At a Glance
- Tasks: Support commissioning activities and manage vendor relationships in a major pharmaceutical project.
- Company: Leading pharmaceutical company focused on innovative solutions and collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, long-term contract, and exposure to global suppliers.
- Other info: Opportunity for international travel and significant career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful pharmaceutical manufacturing projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and experience in Commissioning & Qualification within regulated environments.
Job details:
- Posted: 22 October 2026
- Salary: USD Negotiable
- Start date: 02 November 2026
- Location: Perth
- Job type: Contract
- Discipline: Pharmaceutical
- Reference: 170691
About our client:
Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our personnel, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together.
We are seeking an experienced Regional C&Q Support Engineer to join a major pharmaceutical manufacturing project. This role will play a critical part in supporting Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) activities across a network of equipment suppliers, ensuring packaged systems are designed, tested, documented, and delivered in accordance with GMP and project requirements. The successful candidate will act as the key liaison between equipment vendors and the project team, driving C&Q readiness from design through Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and handover to site execution teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor & Supplier Management: Act as the primary regional point of contact between equipment suppliers and project stakeholders. Support and coordinate supplier activities throughout the C&Q lifecycle. Manage vendor deliverables including Vendor Turnover Packages (VTOPs), FAT protocols, SAT protocols, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and associated documentation. Ensure supplier documentation is complete, accurate, and suitable for transition into site qualification activities.
- Commissioning & Qualification Support: Facilitate delivery of key C&Q documentation including User Requirement Specifications (URS), Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM), Design Qualification (DQ), Receipt Verification (RV), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Stage Gate Reviews, Vendor Turnover Packages (VTOP). Support alignment of supplier testing strategies with Validation Master Plans and C&Q Execution Plans. Drive readiness for Design Reviews, Pre-FAT and FAT activities. Monitor fabrication, testing and documentation progress to ensure systems are delivered ready for qualification.
- Quality & Compliance: Ensure all supplier activities comply with GMP, quality, regulatory and SHE requirements. Review technical documentation including P&IDs, specifications and control strategies against project requirements. Maintain audit-ready documentation and adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP). Identify and elevate quality risks, deviations, design changes and compliance issues.
- Project Controls & Reporting: Track supplier progress, risks, issues and schedule performance. Provide regular status reporting and recovery planning where required. Support risk management and change control processes throughout the project lifecycle. Identify constraints that may impact project delivery and implement mitigation strategies.
About You:
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:
- Degree qualification in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in Commissioning, Qualification and Validation (CQV) within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Experience managing vendor-packaged equipment and supplier interfaces.
- Strong understanding of GMP requirements and validation methodologies.
- Hands-on experience supporting FAT, SAT, Design Qualification (DQ), URS development and Requirements Traceability Matrix (RTM) management.
- Ability to review technical documentation, engineering drawings and control system documentation.
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple suppliers and deliverables simultaneously.
- Willingness to undertake regional and international travel to supplier facilities as required.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to contribute to a major pharmaceutical manufacturing project.
- Exposure to global suppliers and advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Collaborative project environment with international stakeholders.
- Long-term contract opportunity with significant project visibility.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
Commissioning Support Engineer employer: Fluor Corp
Our client is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises collaboration and innovation. Located in Perth, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development, with opportunities to lead significant projects that make a real impact. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a sense of community while working towards building a better world together.
