Compliance Engineer – 3-A Sanitary Valve Systems

Job Title: Compliance Engineer – 3-A Sanitary Valve Systems

Job Summary:

The Junior Compliance Engineer – 3-A Sanitary Valve Systems supports compliance efforts related to sanitary valve equipment and fluid handling systems used in food and beverage processing. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and QA/Regulatory staff, this role ensures that valve systems used in product and CIP/SIP processes meet hygienic design requirements such as 3-A, EHEDG, and relevant FDA/USDA regulations. This position combines engineering documentation, design review, and inspection support to ensure regulatory readiness and product integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Sanitary Design Compliance

• Assist in reviewing valve system designs (e.g., butterfly, diaphragm, mixproof) for adherence to 3-A Sanitary Standards and EHEDG guidelines.

• Participate in design validation processes to confirm compliance with cleanability, drainability, and material compatibility requirements.

• Support equipment qualification efforts for valve assemblies used in CIP/SIP and food contact applications.

Documentation & Regulatory Support

• Maintain and organize documentation related to valve certifications, material traceability, and hygienic design compliance (e.g., 3-A symbol authorization, FDA food-grade materials).

• Assist in preparing documentation for internal audits, customer inspections, and regulatory submissions.

Inspection & QA Collaboration

• Support QA and maintenance teams during inspections and audits involving sanitary valve installations.

• Participate in post-installation verification activities such as visual inspections, swab testing, and cleaning validation.

Process Support

• Contribute to root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPAs) related to valve-related compliance deviations or product quality concerns.

• Provide basic engineering support for specification updates, change control, and supplier documentation reviews.

Key Focus Areas:

• 3-A and EHEDG sanitary valve system design compliance

• Documentation, inspection readiness, and validation support

• Cross-functional collaboration with QA, maintenance, and engineering

• Food contact material and CIP/SIP compliance fundamentals

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Food Engineering, or related field

• Coursework in sanitary/hygienic design or food processing systems preferred

Certifications (Preferred but not required):

• Introductory training in 3-A Sanitary Standards or EHEDG

• HACCP, PCQI, or GMP compliance exposure a plus

Experience:

• 0–2 years of relevant experience in sanitary process systems, regulatory compliance, or food equipment engineering

• Internship or co-op in a food, beverage, dairy, or pharma environment is a strong plus

Skills:

• Basic understanding of sanitary valve types and clean-in-place (CIP/SIP) systems

• Familiarity with regulatory standards (3-A, FDA, USDA, FSMA)

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and documentation practices

• Excellent communication skills and willingness to learn in a regulated environment