About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an Entry Level Commissioning, Qualification and Validation (CQV) Engineer to join their Life Sciences/Engineering team in Houston, TX. In this role you will support CQV activities on GMP manufacturing projects, learn from experienced mentors, and help ensure systems and equipment meet functional specifications, codes, standards, and client requirements.

• Develop and execute CQV protocols and test plans using Good Documentation Practices (GDPs)
• Perform installation, operational and performance testing; document results and prepare CQV summary reports
• Investigate and resolve protocol exceptions or discrepancies
• Read, verify and apply facility and equipment drawings (P&IDs, AF&IDs, schematics) in the field
• Contribute to development of SOPs, process workflows, and Construction Turnover Packages
• Coordinate with construction, engineering, and client teams to support project milestones
• Travel to client sites as needed and participate in site walkthroughs and turnover activities

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
• Minimum 3.0 GPA (as stated by the client)
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational / multitasking abilities
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with MS Project is a plus
• Willingness and flexibility to travel and work at various client locations when required
• Comfortable working in field and construction environments with supervision and mentorship

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Local to Houston, TX or the surrounding area (preferred)
• Familiarity with GMP environments and life sciences manufacturing practices
• Prior exposure to CQV activities, commissioning, or validation in an industrial or pharmaceutical setting

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Compensation & Timing

• Estimated pay (source): $54,798 per year — reported as an estimate in the source posting
• Target start: December / January timeframe (client is targeting this start window)

Benefits and additional compensation details will be provided by Confidential Client during the hiring process.

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Additional Information & Legal Notices

Confidential Client and Careertakes follow applicable U.S. federal and state employment laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities during the application and interview process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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