Piper Companies is seeking a Validation Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity at a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Clayton, NC. The Validation Engineer will support the execution of validation protocols for aseptic fill-finish equipment, ideally including filling isolators and Optima filling lines. The Validation Engineer role is a fully onsite position, requiring you to be onsite 5 days a week in Clayton, NC. Responsibilities for the Validation Engineer Include: · Execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for aseptic fill-finish equipment. · Support validation documentation, deviations, and change controls. · Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, Engineering, and Manufacturing. · Ensure compliance with cGMP, FDA, and internal quality standards. Requirements for the Validation Engineer Include: · 7 years of validation experience in aseptic pharma manufacturing. · Experience with filling isolator equipment is highly preferred. · Experience with Optima filling lines is a strong plus. · Familiarity with TIMS (a validation lifecycle management system similar to Kneat) is desirable. · Strong understanding of regulatory requirements and validation best practices. Compensation for the Validation Engineer Includes: · Salary range: $135,000 - $155,000 · Comprehensive benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO, holidays, and sick leave as required by law. Key words: Validation, validation engineer, aseptic manufacturing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, fill finish, equipment validation, IQ/OQ/PQ Protocols, GMP compliance, FDA regulations, filling isolator equipment, optima filling lines, cleanroom validation, process validation, equipment qualification, validation lifecycle, TIMS, Kneat #LI-BH1 #ONSITE This job is open for applications on 11/5/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date