Senior Engineer

National Neuroscience Institute; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) in Singapore seeks a Senior Engineer to manage biomedical equipment lifecycle, ensure safety, reliability and availability for clinical use. You will collaborate with clinicians, vendors and stakeholders to coordinate maintenance, renewals, regulatory compliance and project implementation.

Key responsibilities include coordinating service and maintenance, preparing reports, and supporting equipment purchases while working with Facilities Services to

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in healthcare.
• Strong experience in business operations and project management in large establishment or healthcare.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Independent, resourceful, and able to work with external vendors and operators.
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate constructively with stakeholders across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Commission biomedical equipment and systems to verify safety and performance.
• Troubleshoot and rectify equipment malfunctions.
• Coordinate in-house maintenance activities, records, reports, and data analytics.
• Prepare, submit and present investigation reports to management.
• Liaise with stakeholders to develop specifications, evaluate tenders, and negotiate equipment purchases.
• Coordinate renovation, relocation, and infrastructure enhancement projects.
• Work with Facilities Services on security, telecom and environmental services.
• Assist supervisor in coordinating service, maintenance contracts and staff assignments.
• Participate in cluster-level projects and update policies and procedures.

Job description

Company description

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI), Singapore is the national specialist centre and regional centre for clinical referrals for the management and treatment of the neurosciences, as well as for education and research conducted in the field. NNI offers over 20 subspecialties in neuroscience care and treats a broad range of illness affecting the brain, spine, nerves and muscles. Offering a comprehensive range of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Neuroradiology services using the latest technology and experience of our healthcare professionals, NNI is at the forefront of neuroscience care in Singapore and across the region.

Job description

The National Neuroscience Institute (NNI) is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our team.

You will support the management and lifecycle of biomedical equipment to ensure its safety, reliability, and availability for clinical use. Working closely with clinical users, vendors, and stakeholders, you will coordinate maintenance, equipment renewal, regulatory compliance, and project implementation activities. You will also support the management of facilities, building infrastructure, and engineering systems to provide a safe and efficient environment for clinical and operational services.

Some of the Key Responsibilities include:

• Commissioning biomedical equipment and systems to verify safety and performance in accordance with manufacturer's specification
• Troubleshoot and rectify equipment malfunctions
• Identify, schedule, and manage in-house maintenance activities for biomedical equipment, including maintenance records, reports, and data analytics.
• Prepare, submit, and present investigation reports to management team
• Liaise with stakeholders to develop technical specifications, evaluate tenders, negotiate with vendors, and recommend equipment purchases.
• Facilitate essential inter-institution and inter-department collaborations and promote teamwork
• Provide technical assistance and operating support to doctors, nurses and end-users on asset improvements and equipment purchases as needed
• Manage and coordinate biomedical equipment-related renovation, relocation, and infrastructure enhancement projects
• Work with TTSH & SGH Facilities Services especially in areas such as security, telecommunications and environmental services
• Assist the supervisor in the following areas:

• Coordinate all service and repair activities of the section, including liaising with stakeholders and vendors, prioritizing work assignments for the staff, assigning work, and monitoring their work for accuracy, completeness, and safety
• Manage service and maintenance contracts
• Participate in cluster-level projects and coordinate meetings, prepare necessary documents and update policies and procedure
• Any other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Degree holder in Biomedical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• At least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in the healthcare industry
• Strong experience in business operations and project management especially in large establishment or in an institution preferably in the healthcare industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated initiative in managing projects and ensuring effective maintenance practices
• Independent, resourceful, and able to work with minimal supervision
• Dependable, self-motivated and able to co-operate with external vendors and operators
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate constructively with stakeholders across all levels