Validation Engineer

Freelance Validation Specialist

About the Opportunity

To support ongoing expansion, we are seeking experienced freelance validation professionals to collaborate on projects within the pharmaceutical and life sciences sector.

Role Overview

As an independent validation specialist, you will reinforce project teams at client sites. Your focus will be on planning, executing, and documenting qualification and validation activities in compliance with current GMP and GxP requirements.

Assignments may vary in duration (short- or long-term) depending on project scope, your expertise, and availability. Engagements are primarily located across Belgium and the Netherlands.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on your background and strengths, responsibilities may include:

Qualification of laboratory equipment

Commissioning and qualification of facilities and utility systems

Process validation and/or cleaning validation

Computerized System Validation (CSV)

Preparation and review of validation documentation

Ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory standards

Profile

3–5+ years of hands-on experience in validation within a regulated environment

Solid understanding of GMP, GxP, and life sciences regulatory frameworks

Able to work autonomously with a structured and methodical approach

Strong communication skills and comfortable interacting with clients and stakeholders

Fluent in Dutch and English