Validation & Calibration Engineer

Company: A global, highly regulated manufacturing environment where quality, safety, and compliance are central to daily operations. The site works under strict GMP standards and follows detailed procedures to ensure reliable, audit-ready performance across production and support functions.

Job Description: For our client, we are looking for a Validation & Calibration Engineer to support validation and calibration activities on site. The role combines hands-on technical work with strong documentation responsibilities, ensuring equipment and processes remain compliant, accurate, and ready for inspection.

Responsibilities: Execute validation and calibration activities in a GMP environment, following SOPs and work instructions. Work with temperature measurements and process equipment, ensuring accurate results and traceable records. Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation, including reports and supporting evidence. Support compliant operation of site equipment and utilities by identifying issues, documenting findings, and following up on required actions.

Work independently on site while coordinating effectively with relevant stakeholders to keep work aligned and compliant. Contribute to structured, accurate documentation in both Dutch and English, including Dutch-language procedures and reports. Apply knowledge of autoclaves where relevant to validation/calibration activities.

Requirements: Higher vocational level education (HBO) or equivalent. Proven experience in a GMP/pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Hands-on experience with validation, calibration, and technical documentation. Fluent Dutch (required) and good English skills. Ability to work accurately, independently, and in a structured way. Experience with autoclaves and/or process equipment and temperature measurements is a strong advantage.

Other Information: The work is performed fully on site in Boxmeer, and the interview process typically consists of 2 to 3 conversations, with a preference for face-to-face meetings.