Engineering Specialist

Validation Specialist

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Summary Of Role

We are seeking a Validation Specialist to support the evaluation, qualification, and documentation of computerized systems and manufacturing processes. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in FDA-regulated environments and strong bilingual communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the impact of validated computerized systems on existing work instructions and processes
• Prepare and execute computer system validation protocols and generate comprehensive reports
• Develop and maintain Installation Qualification (IQ) documentation
• Collaborate with process owners to implement changes to work instructions and ensure compliance
• Inspect machinery, equipment, and tools to verify performance and initiate corrective actions as needed
• Ensure adherence to company procedures, quality system regulations, and industry standards
• Apply technical expertise and knowledge of engineering practices to optimize equipment and manufacturing techniques
• Organize and track project progress, maintaining detailed documentation and status updates
• Contribute to cross-functional projects and support milestone completion
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to share updates, gather input, and support decision-making

Candidate Profile

• This role is suited for individual contributors with professional expertise. Candidates should be capable of working independently on moderately complex projects and mentoring junior team members when needed.

Shift

1st Shift

Location

Villalba, PR

Education

Engineering degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in Process and Computerized Systems Validation
• Background in FDA-regulated industries (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals, biotech)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Spanish
• Practical knowledge and demonstrated competence in validation and quality systems

Skills

• Established and productive individual contributor. Works independently with general supervision on larger, moderately complex projects / assignments.
• Organizational Impact: Sets objectives for own job area to meet the objectives of projects and assignments. Contributes to the completion of project milestones.
• May have some involvement in cross functional assignments. Innovation and Complexity: Problems and issues faced are general, and may require understanding of broader set of issues or other job areas but typically are not complex. Makes adjustments or recommends enhancements in systems and processes to solve problems or improve effectiveness of job area.
• Communication and Influence: Communicates primarily and frequently with internal contacts. External interactions are less complex or problem solving in nature. Contacts others to share information, status, needs and issues in order to inform, gain input, and support decision-making.
• Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and / or employee in Support Career Stream.
• Required Knowledge and Experience: Requires practical knowledge and demonstrated competence within job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.

This position is for a fixed term contract supporting one of ECHO Consulting Group (A Cencora company) partners on site at their facility.

What Cencora Offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law. The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory. Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned.

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Echo Consulting Group Inc