Senior Engineer/Specialist

Senior Engineer/Specialist focuses on drafting master validation documents (e.g., validation master plan (vmp), risk analysis, cleaning matrix, user requirements specification (urs)).

What the role involves

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

Skills and 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.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.

Confirmed role details

• 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.

Candidate fit

• technical judgement, safe working habits, careful diagnostics, and practical problem-solving

Additional role context

• 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.
• Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops.