Biomedical Engineer

Tokiye Integrated Medical Services

Job Location:

Uyo - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Biomedical Engineer to join our multidisciplinary project team for the design construction and commissioning of an 8-floor 350-bed international hospital. The Biomedical Engineer will play a critical role in planning evaluating and integrating advanced medical technologies across the facility ensuring compliance with Joint Commission International (JCI) standards and alignment with international best practices. The biomedical engineer will serve as a key interface between different key teams including Architects MEP engineers clinicians IT teams and equipment vendors to ensure the safe efficient and future-ready deployment of biomedical systems across the full clinical spectrum (diagnostics treatment patient care and rehabilitation) and embedding eco-friendly practices consistent with the project s solar-powered sustainability model. Coordinates with: Architects MEP engineers clinicians IT teams and equipment vendors.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Equipment Planning and Specification

Develop the complete medical equipment plan for all clinical and non-clinical departments.
Prepare technical specifications and ensure alignment with architectural and MEP designs.
Deliver 100% of department-specific equipment lists and specifications within the first 60 days of project engagement.

Vendor and Procurement Management

Evaluate vendors and participate in negotiations to secure cost-effective high-quality biomedical technologies.
Ensure procurement aligns with budgetary limits and delivery schedules.
Achieve 10% cost savings against baseline vendor quotes without compromising quality; 100% of procurement contracts finalized within agreed timelines.

Installation Integration and Commissioning

Oversee delivery installation and commissioning of advanced imaging systems radiotherapy units surgical and critical care technologies.
Ensure seamless integration with IT systems (EMR/EHR PACS HIS).
100% of Tier-1 equipment (MRI CT TrueBeam cyclotron ORs) installed and commissioned at least 90 days prior to hospital handover.
Achieve 98% uptime during commissioning tests.

Regulatory Safety and Quality Compliance

Guarantee compliance with JCI ISO FDA/CE and local healthcare regulations.
Conduct risk assessments safety validation and quality assurance reviews.
Zero critical non-conformities in JCI readiness audits related to biomedical systems.
100% compliance with ISO 13485 and IEC 60601 standards across biomedical devices.

Lifecycle and Maintenance Planning

Develop preventive maintenance schedules and asset management strategies for all biomedical equipment.
Establish spare parts inventory and vendor service agreements.
Preventive maintenance plans in place for 100% of high-value equipment before hospital commissioning.
Maintain 95% equipment availability during the first 24 months post-installation.

Stakeholder and Project Coordination

Act as the primary liaison between medical planners clinicians architects contractors and technology vendors.
Provide technical input in project coordination meetings and decision-making forums.
Resolve 90% of cross-disciplinary biomedical integration issues within 2 weeks of identification.
Ensure 100% of biomedical design inputs are incorporated into architectural and MEP execution drawings.

Training and Capacity Building

Develop and implement comprehensive training programs for biomedical technicians and clinical staff.
Certify staff competency in equipment use and safety protocols.
Ensure 90% of clinical staff and 100% of biomedical technicians trained and certified prior to hospital go-live.

Sustainability and Innovation

Support the integration of Eco-friendly and energy-efficient biomedical systems in alignment with the hospital s solar farm and sustainability strategy.
Propose innovative solutions that enhance clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
Integrate at least 2 energy-efficient or green biomedical technologies into the hospital project.
Contribute to reducing biomedical system energy consumption by 5% compared to baseline design.

Requirements

Bachelor s or Master s degree in Biomedical Engineering (or related discipline).
Minimum 7 15 years of professional experience in biomedical engineering with direct involvement in hospital construction projects.
Proven track record with JCI-accredited healthcare facilities.
In-depth knowledge of diagnostic imaging radiotherapy surgical technologies intensive care equipment and rehabilitation systems.
Strong understanding of digital health systems hospital IT integration and smart healthcare technologies.
Exceptional project management and vendor management skills.
Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder engagement capabilities.