Validation Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Validation Engineer jobs in Colorado are consistently active, with demand concentrated in aerospace and defense, medical device manufacturing, and semiconductor production. Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Lockheed Martin, Ball Aerospace, and Medtronic maintain significant engineering workforces. The most in-demand specialties are process validation, software and firmware verification, and IQ/OQ/PQ protocol development, with openings at every level from associate to senior and principal. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Purpose and Scope
The Validation Engineer I is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and documentation of validation activities in a sterile injectable manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include equipment, facilities, utilities, cleaning and process validation in compliance with cGMP, FDA, EU, and other regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and execution of validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, facilities, utilities (e.g., CTUs, WFI, HVAC), and processes.
- Support cleaning and sterilization validation activities, including autoclaves, SIP systems, and aseptic processes.
- Participate in risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) and support change control evaluations.
- Collect and analyze validation data, prepare summary reports, and ensure documentation is accurate and audit-ready.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality Control.
- Maintain validation lifecycle documentation in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.
- Support investigations and CAPAs related to validation deviations or failures.
- Stay current with industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices in validation and sterility assurance.
- Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include, but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Core Values
This position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
- Center on People:We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
- Are Proactive & Agile:We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
- Act Ethically:We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
- Constantly Improve:We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
- Are Accountable:We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations and validation guidelines.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Effective organizational and project management skills.
- Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain gowning requirements for controlled areas.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to develop and implement creative solutions to problems.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.
- Some experience in validation, preferably in a sterile pharmaceutical or biotech environment.
- Understanding of GMP, FDA and EU regulatory requirements a plus.
- Experience qualifying CTUs and using Ellab temperature mapping systems a plus.
Working Conditions
- Working conditions include general office environment , laboratory and manufacturing settings (clean rooms where gowning is required)
- Business demands may require working extended hours.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay: $73,000 - $83,000 annually
- Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits (https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits)
Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Purpose and Scope
The Validation Engineer I is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and documentation of validation activities in a sterile injectable manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include equipment, facilities, utilities, cleaning and process validation in compliance with cGMP, FDA, EU, and other regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist in the development and execution of validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ) for equipment, facilities, utilities (e.g., CTUs, WFI, HVAC), and processes.
- Support cleaning and sterilization validation activities, including autoclaves, SIP systems, and aseptic processes.
- Participate in risk assessments (e.g., FMEA) and support change control evaluations.
- Collect and analyze validation data, prepare summary reports, and ensure documentation is accurate and audit-ready.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality Control.
- Maintain validation lifecycle documentation in accordance with internal procedures and regulatory expectations.
- Support investigations and CAPAs related to validation deviations or failures.
- Stay current with industry trends, regulatory updates, and best practices in validation and sterility assurance.
- Participate in required annual hazardous waste training. Hazardous waste involvement may include, but is not limited to container and tank management and inspections, generation of hazardous waste as a part of production or sampling processes and transfer of hazardous waste between lab procedure area, satellite accumulation and storage. Respond to spills per the Chemical Spill Procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Core Values
This position is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
- Center on People:We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
- Are Proactive & Agile:We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
- Act Ethically:We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
- Constantly Improve:We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
- Are Accountable:We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations and validation guidelines.
- Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Effective organizational and project management skills.
- Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to maintain gowning requirements for controlled areas.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to develop and implement creative solutions to problems.
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical field.
- Some experience in validation, preferably in a sterile pharmaceutical or biotech environment.
- Understanding of GMP, FDA and EU regulatory requirements a plus.
- Experience qualifying CTUs and using Ellab temperature mapping systems a plus.
Working Conditions
- Working conditions include general office environment , laboratory and manufacturing settings (clean rooms where gowning is required)
- Business demands may require working extended hours.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay: $73,000 - $83,000 annually
- Benefits summary: https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits (https://www.tolmar.com/careers/employee-benefits)
Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.
Education
Required- Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in validation engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, biomedical science, or a closely related technical discipline
- Direct experience writing and executing IQ, OQ, and PQ validation protocols
- Familiarity with FDA 21 CFR Part 11, Part 820, or ISO 13485 regulatory frameworks
- Proficiency with validation lifecycle documentation and configuration management systems
- Experience in aerospace, medical device, pharmaceutical, or defense manufacturing environments
- Strong technical writing skills for deviation reports, risk assessments, and validation summary reports
Validation Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a validation engineer in Colorado?
Most Colorado validation engineer roles require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, biomedical, or chemical engineering. Colorado does not issue a state-specific validation engineering license, so entry typically depends on meeting industry credentials: a Certified Quality Engineer credential through ASQ is widely recognized by Colorado medical device and aerospace employers. Candidates who build hands-on validation experience through internships at Colorado's manufacturing firms or defense contractors are consistently competitive for their first roles.
Which companies hire validation engineers in Colorado?
Colorado validation engineer roles are posted by AMD, Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, and Tolmar and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's concentration of aerospace primes, medical device manufacturers, and semiconductor firms means openings appear regularly across the Front Range.
Which Colorado cities have the most validation engineer jobs?
Fort Collins, Aurora, and Boulder account for the largest share of validation engineer openings in Colorado. Denver and its suburbs lead because of the dense cluster of medical device companies and aerospace contractors headquartered along the Front Range, while Boulder draws openings from its semiconductor and scientific instrumentation sector, and Colorado Springs benefits from major defense and space systems employers based there.
Are there remote validation engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of validation engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, equipment-intensive nature of most validation work. The portions of the role most likely to be performed remotely include protocol authoring, documentation review, and regulatory writing tasks that don't require direct access to manufacturing equipment or lab environments.
How can I get hired as a validation engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a quality assurance or manufacturing technician role at a Colorado medical device or aerospace firm, which puts you inside the validation process before you hold the title. Companies like Medtronic and Ball Aerospace run formal new-grad engineering programs that rotate through quality and validation functions. Earning an ASQ Certified Quality Improvement Associate credential and building a portfolio of documented test protocols, even from academic or internship projects, gives early-career candidates a clear advantage with Colorado hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to validation engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to validation engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings. Search the roles that match your background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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