Principal Scientist

  • Contract

Company Description

QRC Group, LLC is a firm dedicated to offer services to the Pharmaceutical, Medical Devices and Chemical Industries in the validation and regulatory fields.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Engineer to lead and provide technical expertise in Clean Utilities systems, GMP investigations, and deviation management/documentation.
 

The ideal candidate will combine strong engineering fundamentals with deep knowledge of GMP regulations, root cause analysis, and quality systems.

Key Responsibilities:

Clean Utilities Oversight

  • Provide technical leadership for clean utilities systems (e.g., WFI, clean steam, compressed air, purified water).
  • Ensure systems operate in compliance with cGMP and regulatory requirements.
  • Support lifecycle management including design review, commissioning, qualification, and ongoing monitoring.
  • Drive improvements related to system reliability, efficiency, and compliance.

GMP Investigations

  • Lead complex deviation investigations using structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., Root Cause Analysis, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
  • Ensure timely, thorough, and inspection-ready investigation reports.
  • Identify systemic issues and implement effective CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions).
  • Serve as a subject matter expert during regulatory inspections and audits.

Deviation Documentation & Quality Systems

  • Author, review, and approve deviation reports, investigations, and technical justifications.
  • Ensure documentation aligns with internal SOPs and FDA/EMA regulatory expectations.
  • Drive improvements in documentation quality, consistency, and compliance.

Qualifications

  • Doctorate + 2 years Engineering experience or
    Masters + 4 years of Engineering experience or Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of experience in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field.
  • Bilingual (Spanish/English)(Speak/Write)
  • Strong expertise in Clean Utilities systems within a GMP environment.
  • Proven experience leading GMP investigations and deviation management.
  • Deep understanding of FDA, EMA, and cGMP regulations.
  • Exceptional technical writing skills for investigation and deviation documentation

Additional Information

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