Validation Engineer

Location: Groningen, The Netherlands 

Duration: 12 months (contract) 

Hours: Full-time

Imagine your next project. You will play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism, and impact of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. This role is your chance to contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough by leading equipment implementation activities with a strong emphasis on validation.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, Asset Management, you will be the expert who delivers solutions to meet design, quality, and business targets. This will involve:

• Leading the rollout of new equipment to production lines.

• Developing, improving, and characterizing products, processes, equipment, and test methods.

• Organizing and executing engineering, validation, and verification studies, including setting up test plans, protocols, and criteria.

• Performing technical writing of protocols and validations in collaboration with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

• Gathering requirements and specifications to write documents such as URS, TM, FAT, IQ, OQ, and PQ for machines and software.

• Analyzing product and process requirements and performing risk and root cause analysis.

• Planning and evaluating the implementation of new or modified products and processes, including writing SOPs and training employees.

You will be a subject matter expert in GXP, GMP, and CSV as they relate to hardware solutions in the medical device sector. You will also bring:

• A minimum of a Bachelor of Science in a relevant subject (e.g., Mechanical/Electrical/Engineering).

• At least three years of experience in a Manufacturing and/or Industrial Engineering role in medium to high-volume manufacturing.

• Verbal and written proficiency in English (at least B2 level).

• Demonstrated knowledge in Design for Manufacturing (Lean Manufacturing, Tolerancing, Poka Yoke design, Theory of Constraints).

• Proficiency in applying statistical methodologies and analysis using Minitab.

• Proven track record as a validation SME within a highly regulated sector (e.g., medtech, pharma).

• Hands-on mentality and strong collaboration skills with all teams.

Desired Qualifications:

• An advanced degree (MSc. or PhD) in a relevant subject.

• Verbal and written proficiency in Dutch.

• Experience with metrology systems, vision systems, or SCADA system deployment and validation.

• Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification.

• Knowledge of high-precision machining or injection molding.

This contract role offers a very competitive hourly rate and will run for 12 months.

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued, and each of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

Caring for the world, one person at a time, has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you'll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next two working days. We do not accept applications via email.

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo. We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets