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Senior Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineer

Hired By Matrix

Kankakee, IL 60901 • $53.57 / hr • 10/31/2026

Job Description

Job Description
At-a-Glance:
Join a leading technology solutions and compliance consulting company as a Senior Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) Engineerto advance your career.Position Type:
  • Contract
  • Hybrid (2-3 days a week onsite)
Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Engineering, Biotechnology, Microbiology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in commissioning, qualification, validation, or equipment engineering in GMP-regulated environments.
  • At least 3 years of experience leading complex C&Q protocol development and execution.
  • Experience qualifying aseptic-processing equipment, pharmaceutical isolators, restricted access barrier systems, Rapid Transfer Ports, or related systems.
  • Hands-on experience with VHP cycle development, material transfer chamber qualification, steam autoclave PQ, or thermal mapping studies.
  • Strong understanding of GMP, GDP, data integrity, risk-based qualification, and qualification lifecycle requirements.
  • Experience with technical systems such as Ellab data loggers, thermal validation software, PLC/HMI controls, and electronic qualification platforms.
Responsibilities:
  • Review project requirements and documentation to define qualification scope and strategy.
  • Develop, review, and execute commissioning and qualification protocols for various systems.
  • Lead VHP cycle development and qualification for isolators and material transfer chambers.
  • Develop and execute autoclave performance qualification studies.
  • Perform functional testing of equipment and controls under various conditions.
  • Investigate qualification discrepancies and coordinate corrective actions.
  • Prepare qualification reports and coordinate with cross-functional teams for project closeout.

If your background aligns with what we’re looking for, you may receive a call from Ava, our virtual recruiter, for a brief screening conversation. Ava will ask a few questions about your experience and interest in the opportunity.

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