Job Title: Validation Engineer

Job Description

The Validation Engineer will be responsible for creating process flows, control plans, and PPAPs. They will work directly with internal and external customers to develop PPAP documentation for products, including prototype builds. This role is documentation-heavy, with approximately 75% of the time spent at a desk and 25% on the floor reviewing assemblies and monitoring builds.

Responsibilities

• Generate PPAP documentation for new programs, transfers, or engineering changes as required, including submittal of customer PPAPs.
• Develop and write Validation Documents: Risk Assessment, Validation Plan (OQ, PQ), User Requirements, Functional Requirements, and Validation Report.
• Monitor and control validation samples in manufacturing.
• Develop Process Flow Charts, PFMEAs, and Control Plans.
• Identify key process and quality characteristics and monitoring methods.
• Plan and perform MSA's and process capability studies.
• Develop and perform Design of Experiments (DOEs).
• Monitor and measure process changes and analyze the effects.
• Identify and assist in the resolution of non-conformances.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements.

Essential Skills

• 2 years' experience working as a Quality Engineer or Validation Engineer within Manufacturing.
• ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 experience.
• Experience creating process flows, control plans, and PPAPs.
• Gage R&R experience.
• Experience with circuit boards or electronics.
• Process capability and capability measurements (CPK) experience.
• Familiarity with Minitab.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with circuit boards or electronics is preferred.
• Process capability and capability measurement (CPK) experience is a plus.
• Minitab experience is a nice-to-have.

Work Environment

The Validation Engineer will report to the Quality Manager and work within a team of four, including Validation Engineers, a documentation specialist, and a trainer. The company has a strong team environment with many veteran employees, providing ample opportunities for learning and growth. The company is rapidly growing and currently employs 175 people. They manufacture Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs) for the global electronics market, meeting stringent regulatory demands of medical device, military, and defense industries. Most manufacturing processes are assembly-based, including coating, housing, and soldering assemblies, with a mix of manual and automated processes. The standard workweek is 40 hours, with minimal overtime as needed. The company offers industry-specific training and development programs, including Safari University. Employees receive 10 days of PTO, 6 standard holidays, and access to Udemy after 6 months of employment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $33.66/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Otsego,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $29 - $34