Validation Engineer

Join Ellab on our exciting growth journey as a Validation Engineer.
Are you a passionate and enthusiastic Validation Engineer if so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team at Ellab UK.
About Ellab and the Role
Ellab is a complete solutions provider covering validation services, calibration services, monitoring, and temperature mapping systems along with a comprehensive Instrumentation Product portfolio. With over 100 employees in UK and Ireland and offices, our specialist teams work ensure that we’re a trusted partner to the world's largest pharmaceutical companies.
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Validation Engineer to join our established and growing Validation team.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical experience in protocol generation, execution, and reporting, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
This is a diverse and hands-on role that combines Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities with thermal mapping expertise, supporting a wide range of regulated equipment, utilities, and processes.
You will play a key role across a variety of CQV and validation activities, contributing to protocol development, execution, data review, and client engagement to ensure customer requirements and GxP standards are consistently met.
The position offers a hybrid working model, balancing time between our offices, home-based work, and customer sites across the UK, delivering high-quality validation services and upholding Ellab’s reputation for excellence and reliability.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop, review, and execute validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) in line with client requirements and regulatory standards (GxP, MHRA, FDA).
  
• Perform thermal mapping studies for controlled temperature units such as autoclaves, ovens, fridges, freezers, incubators and warehouses.
  
• Conduct equipment and process validation activities, including autoclave and sterilisation validation.
  
• Analyse validation data, prepare comprehensive reports and present results to clients.
  
• Ensure compliance with GMP, GxP and industry best practices in all validation activities.
  
• Work collaboratively with customers to scope projects, troubleshoot issues and provide expert technical guidance.
  
• Maintain accurate documentation and calibration of validation equipment.
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the validation team.
  
• Represent Ellab professionally on customer sites, ensuring projects are completed on time and to high quality standards.
  Role Requirements-
  Essential:
  
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Life Sciences or related discipline.
  
• Proven experience in validation engineering, particularly in thermal mapping and equipment qualification.
  
• Hands-on experience with protocol generation/execution.
  
• Familiarity with GxP, GMP and relevant regulatory guidelines.
  
• Strong analytical, organisational and documentation skills.
  
• Excellent communication and customer facing abilities.
  
• Ability to travel to customer sites.
  Desirable:
  
• Experience using Ellab thermal validation equipment or equivalent systems.
  
• Previous experience working within regulated environments (pharma, biotech, medical devices).
  
• Knowledge of data integrity principles and electronic data systems.
  What We Offer
  
• The opportunity to join a dynamic and rapidly growing company on a steep growth curve.
  
• A supportive and collaborative work environment where you can make a real impact.
  
• Competitive salary and benefits package
  
• Company vehicle or travel allowance
  
• Training and development through the Ellab Academy
  
• Opportunity to work with leading technologies and global experts.
  
• 25 Days Annual Leave
  
• Company Pension
  
• Health Cash Plan
  
• Reward and Recognition Programme, offering a variety of high street discounts.
  
• Employee Assistance Programme.
  More than just a job
  We are a community dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusivity At Ellab, we take pride in being more than just a workplace, we support and prioritise employee wellbeing. At Ellab UK we understand the significance of loving where you work and who you work for. That's why we prioritise creating an environment where every member of our team feels valued, respected, and inspired to do their best work every day.
  What Sets Us Apart:
  Culture of Care: Our workplace isn't just about productivity; it's about people. We cultivate a culture of care where employees are not just colleagues but friends, supporting each other through both personal and professional endeavours.
  Wellbeing Initiatives: Your health and happiness matter to us. We offer a range of wellbeing initiatives, ensuring that you can thrive both inside and outside of the workplace.
  Opportunities for Growth: We believe in investing in our employees' professional development. Whether it's through training programs, mentorship opportunities, or advancement pathways, we are committed to helping you reach your full potential.
  Diversity and Inclusion: We celebrate diversity in all its forms and strive to create an inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued. We believe that diverse perspectives lead to better outcomes and drive innovation.
  Join Us:
  If you're passionate about making a difference, both in your career and in the lives of others, we invite you to join our team. Apply now and become part of our journey