senior pharmaceutical validation engineer or specialist

About

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes, which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work‑life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

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LAPORTE is seeking a senior pharmaceutical validation engineer or specialist with ideally at least 5 years of experience in the validation and qualification of pharmaceutical equipment to join its Greater Vancouver team, located in Burnaby, BC. Our validation engineer will play a key role in managing validation activities, including drafting master documents, executing protocols, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Responsibilities

• Drafting master validation documents (e.g., Validation Master Plan (VMP), risk analysis, cleaning matrix, User Requirements Specification (URS))
• Draft and execute equipment/system (IQ/OQ/PQ), process, and cleaning qualification protocols
• Coordinate and ensure compliance with GMP during validation activities and general operations
• Support our clients’ QA/Compliance teams in initiating change notices or reporting deviations to trigger CAPA, Change Control, deviations, or other relevant actions within the scope of validation activities
• Manage client accounts

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in science, engineering, or other relevant disciplines
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, in a manufacturing setting, or in consulting
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes
• Willingness to travel (to client sites)

Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare)
• Retirement Plans: Employer‑contributed RRSP plan at 4%
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, APEGS, EGBC, etc…) covered by the company
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, training, cross‑department opportunities, etc.
• Work‑Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. 1 week of Personal/Sick leave
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non‑conformist work environment that values equity, work‑life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities
• Team‑Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get‑togethers, and workshops
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement