Title: Validation Engineer

Requisition ID: 76345

Date: Oct 14, 2026

Location:

Greenfield, Indiana, US

Department: Engineering

Description:

This is an onsite position requiring the team member to be onsite for all scheduled workdays. No relocation assistance is provided for this opportunity.

At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

West is excited to grow in Greenfield and bring new career opportunities to the area through our newest facility. We are looking to connect with Automation Engineers who have a strong background in automation or controls and want to learn more about roles expected to open as early as 2027. If you are interested in being part of West’s future growth, we encourage you to apply today so we can begin the conversation early.

This role is key to implementing new technology, developing, and introducing process improvements, standards, life cycle management and validation in select process areas, helping to advance and transform West's growing business, supporting capital investments, and contributing to addressing complex assignments. This person will have the opportunity to drive the implementation of new innovative processes and technologies in cooperation with the engineering and quality assurance teams and the plants.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience preferred or
Associate's Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience required

Work Experience

Minimum 3 years 3 Years of experience in engineering related discipline required and
Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing experience required

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Equipment integration in a cGMP/Pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
Operate within approved time schedules and project budgets
Consult and cooperate with corporate / customer / supplier personnel as authorized and required. Maintain effective communication and working relations
Maintain an awareness of “state of the art” technology as it applies to our industry. Take part in educational programs pertinent to process projects
Performs other duties as assigned based on business needs as directed by Area Manager(s), Production Manager and/or Director, Ops
Proficient in Microsoft Office products: Excel, Word, Outlook
Exhibits regular, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance
Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
Support and contribute in Lean Sigma programs and activities towards delivery of the set target
Able to comply with the company’s safety policy at all times
Able to comply with the company’s quality policy at all times

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening. 