Specialist Medical Engineer

Specialist Medical Engineer – Band 6

We are seeking a skilled, experienced and motivated Band 6 Medical Engineer to join our Medical Engineering department at Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.

The role is full‑time (37.5 hours per week) and involves maintaining a wide range of complex medical equipment, participating in a 24/7 on‑call rota, and working independently with a high standard of safety and care.

Responsibilities

• Commission, repair, maintain, overhaul, re‑calibrate and de‑commission medical equipment including life support, patient monitoring, IV therapy, diagnostic, ventilators, pathology, radiology, pharmacy and anaesthetic equipment.
• Work on patient‑connected equipment in ICUs, HDUs, theatres and other specialties, often in hazardous environments.
• Operate under pressure, act as a lone worker, and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Attend required training, update technical knowledge, and disseminate information to clinical staff.
• Maintain compliance with Department of Health guidelines, statutory regulations, manufacturer procedures and Trust safety policies.
• Complete documentation: safety tests, fault history, commissioning records and upload information to the Trust medical equipment management system.
• Support and supervise junior staff, provide training, and contribute to the development of departmental policies and procedures.
• Assist in the evaluation of new equipment, participate in trials, and support one‑off modifications where necessary.
• Co‑operate with external manufacturers, arrange return to service and manage stock levels of spare parts.
• Maintain a high standard of personal discipline and attitude, liaising with other healthcare professionals and patients.

Qualifications & Experience

• HNC/degree (or equivalent) with specialist medical device technical training provided by manufacturers.
• Several years’ experience maintaining high‑risk medical equipment in a healthcare environment.
• Experience of a broad range of medical devices, including anaesthetic machines, ventilators and other complex equipment.
• Ability to interpret schematic diagrams and perform fault finding and component identification.
• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity or with junior staff.
• Experience working in an acute healthcare setting and participating in a 24/7 on‑call system.
• Current driving licence and vehicle access or ability to transport self and equipment 24/7.
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist (preferred) or hold a Master’s Degree in a relevant subject.

Person Specification

Knowledge of

• Medical Device Directive and other regulations.
• CQC Essential standards and MHRA publications.
• ISO9002 or ISO9001‑2000.
• Electrical safety testing of medical devices.
• Multi‑skilled engineering practices for medical devices.
• Pathology and pharmacy equipment.

Experience of

• Repairing medical devices to component level, including ventilators, anaesthetic machines and specialist equipment.
• Interpreting schematic diagrams for fault finding and component identification.
• Supervisory roles and training of staff.
• Working in acute healthcare environments.
• Participating in a 24/7 on‑call system.

Education and Training

• A degree or higher‑level qualification.
• Specialist medical device maintenance training delivered by manufacturer courses.
• Driving licence and vehicle access or transport ability.
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist.

Skills

• High‑level technical skills across a range of medical devices.
• Excellent IT/software skills for problem solving and data storage.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Strong communication skills (verbal, electronic, written) and use of medical terminology.
• Decision‑making under pressure.
• Manual dexterity and handling of complex tools.
• Commitment to personal development (CPD).
• Team‑working, integrity and professionalism.

Personal Attributes

• Independence or team‑based working capability.
• Flexible work approach.
• Sound judgement and risk assessment.
• Commitment to the job and ability to manage conflicting demands.
• Integrity and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to propose changes to procedures and policies.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year (salary and duties will depend on experience).

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