CAI Overview Are You Ready? CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver …
CAI Overview: Are You Ready? CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver…
CAI Overview Are You Ready? About Us CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to…
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Full-time, Contract
Posted 4d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Direct the commissioning, qualification, and start-up of utility systems within a regulated biopharmaceutical project. Lead the transition from construction completion to operational handover while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
Requires over 10 years of C&Q experience in a regulated biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Must have a proven track record of leading large-scale bioprocess facility programs and technical proficiency in clean and grey utilities.
Full job description
CAI Overview Are You Ready?
CAI is a professional services company established in 1996 that has grown year over year to nearly 800 people worldwide. For Life Sciences and Mission Critical industries that need to deliver critical solutions in high-stakes environments, we provide accelerated operational readiness and unparalleled performance at the highest standard through our rigorous approach, field-tested processes, and elite expertise developed over 30 years.
Job Title: C&Q Lead Utilities
Location: Limerick
Contract Type: Staff or Contract
The C&Q Lead will be accountable for directing the commissioning, qualification, and start-up (shakedown) of utility systems within a regulated biopharmaceutical project. The successful candidate will drive system readiness, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and lead the transition from construction completion through to operational handover.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee all C&Q activities in active collaboration with the incumbent on-site C&Q Lead.
Serve as the primary escalation point for troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues.
Conduct system walkdowns and readiness reviews; verify systems are ready for Commissioning commencement.
Ensure all activities comply with GEP (pre-GMP) and GMP (qualification) standards throughout.
Manage the C&Q resources for applicable systems.
Co-ordinate with Emerson Automation, Vendors, Utilities team, and Regeneron quality/validation.
Support system handover to operations; ensure all issues resolved and systems meet operational requirements.
Provide guidance and mentorship to other C&Q engineers within the team.
Requirements:
10+ years C&Q in a regulated biopharma or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated track record leading C&Q programmes for multi-system large-scale bioprocess facilities.
Experience managing integrated schedule co-ordination across multiple workstreams and vendors.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of Cleans and Grey utilities/Facilities WFI, Chilled Water Systems, etc.
Proficiency in P&IDs, engineering drawings, functional design specifications, and technical documentation.
Experience with process control and automation platforms, particularly distributed control systems and PLC-based architectures.
Demonstrated understanding of electronic qualification systems (ValGenesis preferred).
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C&QUtilitiesBiopharmaGMPGEPWFIChilled Water SystemsP&IDsDCSPLCValGenesisCommissioningQualificationOperational ReadinessBioprocess FacilitiesEmerson Automation
At CAI, we are a professional services firm designed to accelerate operational readiness and excellence in critical environments. Our team of engineering, quality, and operations experts combines top-tier talent with the latest technology to deliver projects on time and within budget. We're committed to continuous improvement, real connections, and the highest standards, aiming to lead the industry and build the future.
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Offices: 1060 N Capitol Ave, Suite 3-101, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, US · Unit D2, Swords Enterprise Park, Feltrim Road, Swords, Dublin K67 F256, IE · 1 Maritime Square, #09-57 Harbourfront Centre (Lobby A), Singapore, 099253, SG · Room 358, Business Mansion, 1333 West Nanjing Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 200040, CN · 525 Collins St, Level 27 Rialto South Tower, Melbourne, AU
At CAI, we are a professional services firm designed to accelerate operational readiness and excellence in critical environments. Our team of engineering, quality, and operations experts combines top-tier talent with the latest technology to deliver projects on time and within budget. We're committed to continuous improvement, real connections, and the highest standards, aiming to lead the industry and build the future.
Are you ready?
Offices: 1060 N Capitol Ave, Suite 3-101, Indianapolis, Indiana 46202, US · Unit D2, Swords Enterprise Park, Feltrim Road, Swords, Dublin K67 F256, IE · 1 Maritime Square, #09-57 Harbourfront Centre (Lobby A), Singapore, 099253, SG · Room 358, Business Mansion, 1333 West Nanjing Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai 200040, CN · 525 Collins St, Level 27 Rialto South Tower, Melbourne, AU