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CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver critical solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.

Our approach is simple because our Purpose informs everything we do:

• We exist to be the trusted solution for our clients as they strive to build a better working world and improve the human experience.

At CAI, we are committed to living our Foundational Principles, both professionally and personally:

• We act with integrity

• We serve each other

• We serve society

• We work for our future

At CAI, we believe in a relentless dedication to excellence, pushing boundaries and surpassing expectations. From the beginning, we’ve challenged ourselves to do what others wouldn’t. Not just setting industry standards, but redefining them entirely. We are bold in our thinking and creative in our approach. We operate at the intersection of wisdom and technology and thrive when they come together with humanity. For us, operational readiness isn’t simply a goal. It’s a way of life. Because tomorrow demands to be at the forefront of today. We do this through tireless effort, precision, efficiency and an unwavering belief that there is always room for advancement. We’re not interested in how it used to be done. We’re obsessed with how it will be done.

Job Title: Senior CQV Utilities Engineer

Location: Netherlands

Contract Type: Staff or Contract (12-month project)

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior CQV Utilities Engineer to lead the Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) of critical utility systems in our pharmaceutical facility. This is a hands-on, technical role with a focus on ensuring all utilities are installed, operated, and validated to meet GMP and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in commissioning and qualifications of pharmaceutical utility systems and the ability to work independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

•Design, operate, and maintain utility systems (WFI, purified water, cleaning steam, compressed gases, cooling towers).

•Perform system validation and support IQ/OQ/PQ activities using e-validation system.

•Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory standards, and internal quality policies.

•Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements.

•Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to ensure seamless operations.

•Support audits and regulatory inspections.

Qualifications

•5–8 years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical utilities.

•Proven CQV experience with clean and black utilities, including PW, WFI, clean steam, HVAC, process gases, and cooling towers.

•Familiarity with Kneat (e-validation system) is a bonus – training will be provided.

•Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and validation protocols.

•Ability to work independently in a project-driven environment.

•Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and communication skills.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to commit to a minimum 40-hour work week, with flexibility based on project needs.

• This is a site-based role.

• Eligible to work in the EU without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

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