Freelance Senior Validation & Calibration Engineer – Veterinary PharmaceuticalsAmoria Bond | Hoogstraten, Flemish Region, Belgium (On-site)
Employment Type: Freelance | On-site | Mission: 3–6 months
Position SummaryWe are looking for a freelance Validation & Calibration Engineer to plan, execute, and document calibration and validation activities for production equipment in a veterinary pharmaceutical GMP environment. You will ensure that new and existing installations meet quality standards and regulatory requirements for the manufacture of veterinary medicines, contributing to a compliant and efficient production environment. This role works closely with QA, Production, and external suppliers and is central to qualification and validation projects.
Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and execute validation and qualification documentation for veterinary pharmaceutical production equipmentSupport installation and qualification projects for new equipmentReview and approve validation documentationPerform periodic verification of critical instruments (calibrations, sterilization validation, etc.)Control and manage calibration certificatesConduct risk analyses (e.g., FMEA)Support audits and inspectionsContribute to continuous improvement projects within engineering and quality
Candidate ProfileStrong analytical skills and attention to detailStructured, quality-oriented, and administratively preciseExcellent communication skills in Dutch and EnglishAble to organize your own work and communicate effectivelyPositive, pragmatic, and flexible; occasional weekend work is not an issue
Education & Experience~ Bachelor's or Master's in a technical/scientific field (Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biomedical Sciences, etc.)~3–5 years of experience in validation and calibration in a GMP-regulated environment, preferably within veterinary pharmaceuticals~ Comfortable with MS Word, Excel, Outlook~ Excellent written and spoken Dutch and English~ Not allergic to penicillin or penicillin derivatives
What We OfferFreelance assignment for 3–6 monthsExciting and varied role with exposure to multiple veterinary pharmaceutical production unitsExperienced and friendly team willing to support youOpportunity to take initiative and develop your expertiseCompetitive daily rate with additional benefits where applicable
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, gender, age, or other protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to everyone individually.