Validation Engineer Lonza - 3.4 Vacaville, CA Job Details Full-time 3 hours ago Qualifications Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Validation Engineer Based onsite at our state-of-the-art facility, this role offers the exciting opportunity to support and execute critical QC laboratory equipment qualification activities, directly ensuring our systems are compliant and ready to manufacture life-saving medicines. By maintaining high-standard laboratory operations, you will play a key role in safeguarding our right to operate and delivering safe, high-quality therapies to patients. This is a fully site‑based role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and the technical precision needed to manufacture medicines to the highest quality and safety standards.
What you will get:
An agile career and dynamic working culture. An inclusive and ethical workplace. Competitive hourly rate. Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate's qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.
What you will do:
Safeguard patient supply and our right to operate by ensuring all QC laboratory equipment is fully qualified and compliant with cGMP regulations, quality policies, and standards. Author, review, and execute equipment qualification protocols in accordance with established EQ policies, plans, and procedures. Collaborate and coordinate with laboratory personnel, validation vendors, and cross-functional support groups to align on qualification schedules and requirements. Identify quality and compliance gaps within the laboratory, actively participating in continuous improvement projects to drive operational efficiency. Act as an authorized signatory for critical validation and equipment qualification documents, maintaining complete compliance with Genentech/Roche policies and procedures. Develop professional leadership skills by managing priorities, problem-solving scheduling conflicts, and translating strategic site objectives into actionable daily plans.
What we are looking for:
Education:
BS/BA degree, preferably in a relevant scientific discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and hands-on industry experience.
Experience:
Background in the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry, with a preferred minimum of two years of dedicated experience in validation or equipment qualification.
Regulatory Knowledge:
Solid understanding of cGMP regulations and validation standards.
Priority & Adaptability:
Proven ability to make sound decisions under pressure, manage shifting priorities, and maintain flexibility to meet business objectives.
Communication & Influence:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and build collaborative, trusting relationships at all levels.
Result-Oriented:
A proactive professional who takes personal accountability for driving results and delivering high-quality outcomes. About Lonza At Lonza, their people are their greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, their globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Their core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who they are and how they work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that's the kind of work they want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, they value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As Lonza's talent acquisition partner, please note, Randstad is responsible for the engagement and contracting of this contingent role. Ready to play your part in shaping the future of life sciences? Apply now.
