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# CQV Engineer at CAI

- **Company:** CAI
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Compensation:** €85k–€95k
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Work type:** onsite
- **Posted:** 2026-09-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09
- **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/cagents/45dbee2e-e1e1-44d2-818b-55dca38b6157

## Job description

CAI is seeking experienced Commissioning, Qualification & Validation (CQV) Engineers to support a large scale pharmaceutical manufacturing project in the Netherlands. This role offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering critical process, utility, and facility qualification activities in a GMP regulated environment.

## Responsibilities

Execute commissioning and qualification activities for process, utility, and facility systems. Develop, review, and execute qualification documentation in line with project and regulatory requirements. Support system turnover, startup, and operational readiness activities. Liaise with engineering, quality, operations, and project stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. Participate in walkdowns, punch-list resolution, and troubleshooting activities. Ensure compliance with site quality, safety, and GMP procedures.

## Experience Required

Previous CQV experience within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences manufacturing environments. Strong understanding of commissioning and qualification methodologies. Experience supporting regulated manufacturing facilities and associated utility systems. Exposure to complex process equipment and containment-focused manufacturing operations is highly desirable. Familiarity with GMP documentation, protocol execution, and project lifecycle delivery.

## Preferred Experience

Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply: High containment or high potency manufacturing environments Process equipment qualification Manufacturing support systems and clean utilities HVAC and facility qualification Packaging, processing, or solid dosage manufacturing operations Safety critical or hazardous processing environments Other Requirements

- This is a site-based role
- Eligible to work in the EU without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future. Why CAI? At CAI, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We partner with the world's leading life sciences companies to deliver innovative projects that ultimately improve patient lives. You'll work alongside industry leading experts in a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and technical excellence. If you're a CQV professional looking to contribute to a challenging pharmaceutical project while developing your career with a global consultancy, we'd love to hear from you.

## About CAI

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: CAI is a global professional services firm that accelerates operational readiness and excellence for life sciences and mission-critical facilities through commissioning, validation, engineering, and digital transformation expertise.
- **Entity Type**: Private (Privately Held; raised a venture round in May 2026)
- **Headquarters**: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
- **Founded**: 1996
- **Founders**: Not publicly available

## Core Business
- **Primary industry/industries**: Life Sciences (pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device manufacturing) and Mission Critical (data centers, high-tech facilities)
- **Target customers**: B2B – enterprise-level pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, data center operators, and regulated manufacturers
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Making what’s next possible” by delivering precision, efficiency, and innovation through commissioning, qualification, validation, and operational readiness services.

## Products & Services
For each major offering:
- **Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q)**: End-to-end commissioning and qualification services for new and modified facilities, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational readiness.
- **Validation Services**: Computer Systems Validation (CSV), cleaning validation, process validation, and equipment validation for life sciences clients.
- **Automation & Digital Transformation**: Automation engineering, digital twin solutions, and technology integration to improve facility performance and data integrity.
- **Building Commissioning**: Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing commissioning for mission-critical buildings, including data centers and commercial facilities.
- **Human Performance & Operational Excellence**: Consulting and training programs to reduce human error, improve safety, and optimize asset management.
- **Project Management**: Owner’s project management and full-scale operations support for complex capital projects.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private)
- **Key Metric**: Annual Revenue of ~$10.2M (as of latest available data); Total Funding – venture round raised in May 2026 (amount undisclosed, 1 investor)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: One venture investor (May 2026 round); strategic partnerships with technology vendors (unspecified) and participation in industry bodies such as ASHRAE, ASTM, BCA, and ISPE.
- **Growth Signals**: 
  - Employee headcount of 562, up 2.6% YoY
  - LinkedIn followers surged 72.3% over the past year, indicating strong brand interest
  - 84 active job postings globally
  - Offices in 5 countries (US, Ireland, Singapore, China, Australia) and operations across 21 countries
  - Clients include top pharma firms (Pfizer, Eli Lilly, MSD, Novartis, Thermo Fisher Scientific)

## Competitive Advantages
- **30 years of deep domain expertise** in highly regulated environments, giving CAI a track record that few competitors can match.
- **Elite, credentialed talent** – team members are active in nearly 30 professional societies and help set industry standards (ASHRAE, ISPE, ASTM, BCA).
- **Global footprint with local delivery** – ability to support multinational clients across the US, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.
- **End-to-end lifecycle support** – from commissioning and validation to digital transformation and operational excellence – reducing handoff risks.
- **Strong alumni pipeline to/from top pharma** – CAI attracts talent from Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Bristol Myers Squibb, and others, signaling deep industry credibility.

## Strategic Focus
- **Investing in Digital Transformation** – leveraging digital twin technology and automation to drive efficiency for clients.
- **Expanding Mission Critical Services** – actively hiring Data Center Commissioning Project Managers and Engineers in the US and Europe.
- **Sustainability Integration** – weaving green building practices (LEED, Net Zero Energy) into all client engagements.
- **Talent Development** – emphasizing top-tier training and career progression to retain high-knowledge employees.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture of teamwork and continuous improvement** – employee testimonials highlight a supportive team environment and commitment to process excellence.
- **Global, varied projects** – work on high-impact projects for leading pharma and data center clients across 21 countries.
- **Clear career growth** – career/professional development opportunities, exposure to multiple disciplines (validation, automation, commissioning, human performance).
- **Benefits package** – comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, competitive 401(k) contribution, income protection, and additional local-region benefits.
- **Remote/hybrid/office policy** – roles vary; many positions are client-site based (e.g., commissioning engineers travel to data centers or manufacturing sites). Some office locations available.
- **Engineering culture** – strong focus on quality, problem-solving, and precision; ideal for engineers, validation specialists, and project managers who thrive in regulated environments.

## Sources
1. [caiready.com](https://caiready.com/) – Company homepage and about page
2. [caiready.com/about](https://caiready.com/about/) – Company history and mission
3. [caiready.com/careers](https://caiready.com/careers/) – Careers page with benefits and culture
4. [linkedin.com/company/caiconnected](https://linkedin.com/company/caiconnected) – LinkedIn company profile and employee data
5. [jobs.lever.co/cagents](https://jobs.lever.co/cagents) – Active job postings

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