Senior Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer Location: Lebanon, IN / Indianapolis, IN (On-site)
Role Purpose
The Senior Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer is responsible for managing and executing commissioning and qualification activities for major pharmaceutical manufacturing projects. This role ensures compliance with regulatory and industry standards, supports project delivery excellence, and provides technical leadership to cross-functional teams. The Senior C&Q Engineer acts as a subject matter expert, overseeing planning, execution, and documentation to enable successful facility startup and sustained operations.
Core Responsibilities
C&Q Planning & Execution
Lead all C&Q activities across assigned systems, equipment, and facilities.
Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, and industry standards throughout all project phases.
Develop project-specific validation approaches consistent with client and ACE requirements.
Documentation & Compliance
Prepare, review, and approve C&Q deliverables, including Project Validation Plans, User Requirements, IV/OV test plans, and summary reports.
Ensure all documentation meets regulatory expectations and project standards.
Maintain traceability and alignment of requirements, testing, and acceptance criteria.
Test Execution
Oversee and perform Installation Verification (IV) and Operational Verification (OV) testing.
Ensure test protocols are executed accurately and deviations are resolved appropriately.
Validate that systems are qualified and ready for operational use.
Team Leadership & Development
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to C&Q engineers and junior staff.
Build capability within the project team through knowledge sharing and coaching.
Promote ACE’s culture of quality, safety, and accountability.
Continuous Improvement
Identify opportunities for process improvement within commissioning and qualification activities.
Recommend and implement solutions that improve efficiency and compliance.
Stay current with regulatory changes and industry best practices.
Stakeholder Engagement
Collaborate with equipment vendors, contractors, and client representatives to ensure smooth project execution.
Act as a key point of contact for C&Q scope within assigned systems.
Escalate issues proactively and drive timely resolution with stakeholders.
Key Competencies
Strong understanding of commissioning, qualification, and validation methodologies.
Analytical problem-solver with attention to detail and regulatory compliance.
Effective communicator able to influence across disciplines and levels.
Organized and adaptable, with proven ability to manage competing priorities.
Leadership presence with capability to guide technical teams.
Qualifications
Minimum of 5 years of experience in commissioning and qualification within pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or related industries.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Demonstrated experience leading large-scale C&Q efforts and cross-functional project teams.
Familiarity with GMP, FDA, EMA, and ISPE guidelines; strong working knowledge of ASTM E2500 and risk-based verification approaches.
Proficiency in project and validation management tools (e.g., Kneat, Smartsheet, or equivalent).
Position Context
The Senior C&Q Engineer is accountable for delivering qualified systems ready for GMP operation.
This role requires close coordination with project engineering, operations, and quality functions.
Travel may be required for Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and vendor site support.
Full-time, on-site role based in Indianapolis or Lebanon, IN.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Skills
Acceptance Testingunmatched
Analysis Skillsunmatched
Best Practicesunmatched
Biologyunmatched
Biotech and Pharmaceuticalunmatched
C Programming Languageunmatched
Coachingunmatched
Commissioningunmatched
Commissioning - Engineeringunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Continuous Improvementunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Drug Manufacturingunmatched
FDA (Food and Drug Administration)unmatched
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)unmatched
Industry Standardsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Mentoringunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Process Improvementunmatched
Project Developmentunmatched
Project Engineeringunmatched
Project Executionunmatched
Project Planningunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Regulationsunmatched
Regulatory Complianceunmatched
Riskunmatched
Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
Startupunmatched
System Validationunmatched
Technical Leadershipunmatched
Test Plan/Scheduleunmatched
Test Requirementsunmatched
Testingunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
Traceabilityunmatched
Validation Planunmatched
Willing to Travelunmatched
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