CQ Engineer – Frankfurt (12‑Month Contract)

About the role

We are seeking a CQ Engineer to join a high‑impact pharmaceutical project near Frankfurt. The role involves supporting a global leader in life sciences by executing equipment qualification and validation activities for advanced manufacturing facilities on a 12‑month contract.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of Installation Qualification (IQ), Operational Qualification (OQ) and Performance Qualification (PQ) protocols for manufacturing and packaging equipment.
• Perform and document testing on automated filling lines, including functional checks, challenge tests and performance verification.
• Use Kneat to execute, review and manage digital validation documentation in line with site procedures.
• Generate and maintain qualification documents, deviation reports and test records.
• Read and interpret electrical and pneumatic schematics to troubleshoot equipment and support qualification activities.

Required profile

• Degree or apprenticeship in mechanical, electrical, automation or related engineering discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with Kneat for validation protocol execution or digital record management.
• Practical experience testing automated filling lines, preferably in pharma, biotech or medical device manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understand electrical and pneumatic schematics.

Required skills

• Kneat
• Filling line testing
• Equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Reading electrical schematics
• Reading pneumatic schematics