Validation Maintenance Technician - Lab Instrument - Life Sciences Client Site

Validation Maintenance Technician - Lab Instrument - Life Sciences Client Site

Job ID

285263

Posted

20-Jul-2026

Service line

GWS Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Laboratory Services

Location(s)

Fort Dodge - Iowa - United States of America

A role that offers the beauty and lifestyle of a small town combined with the stability and career opportunity of an international industry leader.

About the Role:

The Validation Maintenance Technician will support thermal mapping and validation activities for autoclaves and temperature-controlled environments within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role requires hands-on technical expertise, strong documentation skills, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The technician will be responsible for executing validation protocols, calibrating equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

What You'll Do:

• Participate in weekly planning meetings to review upcoming assignments.
• Evaluate autoclave systems to understand operational criteria, utilities, and sanitary connections.
• Generate and modify validation protocols specific to autoclave and cycle parameters.
• Set up and execute validation tasks using appropriate instrumentation and software.
• Calibrate sensors and verify performance using built-in software and reference tools.
• Collaborate with Process Engineers and Production personnel to design validation load patterns.
• Install thermocouple wires and biological indicators (Spore Strips/Ampoules) in load configurations.
• Execute thermal mapping studies and retrieve biological samples for testing.
• Document all validation activities and findings in real-time during protocol execution.
• Analyze thermal mapping data and generate qualification and summary reports.
• Investigate deviations, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Repeat validation cycles as required based on load pattern frequency and protocol scope.

What You'll Need:

• Working knowledge of validation principles and practices in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with autoclave operation, utilities, automation, and cycle load handling.
• Understanding of USDA and 9CFR regulatory requirements.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• High attention to detail in documentation and execution of validation activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Commitment to safety protocols and awareness of hazards (e.g., high-pressure steam, enclosed spaces).

Preferred:

• Flexibility to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Availability for frequent travel, sometimes on short notice.
• Adaptability to changing scopes of work and fluctuating activity volumes.

Additional:

• Completion of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) training.
• Basic gowning training for access to controlled production areas.
• Ability to work independently after initial onboarding and training.

Why CBRE?

CBRE is the premier provider of Laboratory Services. We offer excellent compensation and benefits, to include competitive salary, overtime pay, medical and dental benefits, PTO, 401K, and comprehensive training for professional growth.

• Benefits start 1st of the month following your hire date: medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.
• First year of employment - 15 Days of PTO. Year 1 - 4 of employment 20 days of PTO!

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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