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AbbVie

Engineer, Validation Commissioning

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A Validation Engineer evaluates and maintains machinery and equipment used in manufacturing, and supervises workers that use and repair the machines.

$91,886 / year median in Illinois

-2% projected decline

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Job Details Company Description About AbbVie AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube. Job Description An engineering professional that works with project owners, automation engineers, subject designers/engineers and other project team members to plan, and complete tasks associated with commissioning, qualification and validation of new and modifiedautomated systems equipment, facilities, utilities, product, processes etc.in line with project, operations and quality objectives. Level of responsibility and performance is commensurate with grade level.

The primary objective is to design and execute robust evaluation, testing, and documentation strategies that support risk management, commissioning, and validation in alignment with product, regulatory, and quality requirements. The role also contributes to optimizing automated systems, process controls, and related technical workflows that support reliable and compliant manufacturing operations Responsibilities Work with end-user and project engineer, automation engineers, and system owners to develop User Requirements Specifications and Functional / Design Specifications for new or modified equipment, facilities, and utilities. Support Factory Acceptance Testingand related system verification activities to confirm equipment and automation solutions meet defined requirements before site deployment. Identify risk controls, critical elements and traceability of equipment design based on FMEA or other risk assessment. Develop and execute commissioning, qualification, and validation test protocols for equipment, utilities, and automated or computer-controlled systems to ensure performance against specifications. Perform minor troubleshooting of issues encountered during commissioning including control logic, integration, instrumentation, recipe/parameter settings, and documentation of unresolved issues. May support aspects of projects at times such as: project leadership, developing operational procedures, support training of maintenance/technical staff/operators on new equipment, reviewing new or modified product documentation to ensure compatibility with qualified equipment and implementing changes in equipment parameters or recipes. Supports Execution of Risk Managementincluding, periodic review and update per the Validation Master Plan, interface with best practices, ccRA. Understands risk management principles. Can find and review documentation. Understands controls, impact of change, trace controls, and can estimate ratings using appropriate scale. Timely. May perform FMEA authorization/facilitation. May have Qualification as QRM facilitator commensurate with responsibility. Works with contract validation resources as part of a team in the timely completion of activities in his/her area of responsibility Qualifications Bachelors Degree in Engineering, science, or closely related discipline is desired, or equivalent technical experience plus demonstrated competence, with a desired 1+ years of significant engineering and/or operational experience Experience in the development of commissioning, qualification, validation or risk management deliverables including specifications and testing protocols that can stand up to regulatory scrutiny. Experience with Computer System Validation (CSV) is required. 2+ years of overall experience in Manufacturing, Quality or Engineering including 2 major validation subjects (e.g. Computer, Equipment, Cleaning, Process, etc.) preferred Experience working withautomation systems, controls, PLC/SCADA, instrumentation, or computer-based process controls strongly preferred. A technical background in health care, nutritional products, laboratory diagnostics, medical devices, pharmaceutical, or similar industries (preferred). Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to work within a team environment. Knowledge of quality / compliance management as well as regulations and standards affecting API, Bulk Drug or Finished goods manufacturing preferred Works with junior or contract team members as part of a team Ability to manage multiple projects (3+) simultaneously Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this roleat thetimeofthis posting based on the job grade for this position.

Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on manyfactors including geographiclocation,andwemay ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may bemodified in thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible toparticipate in our short-term incentiveprograms.
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No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount isearned, vested, anddeterminable.

Theamountandavailabilityof anybonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat areallocable to a particular employeeremains in the Company'ssoleandabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay bemodified at the Companys sole and absolutediscretion, consistent withapplicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html Company AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.
Company info Website http:
//www.abbvie.com/ Phone 1-800-255-5162 Location 1 North Waukegan Road North Chicago Illinois 60064 United States

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance