Healthcare Engineering Leader & Facilities Chief

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Martinez (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Supervisory Healthcare Engineer to act as Assistant Chief of Engineering Service at a VA Medical Center, overseeing maintenance, utility plant operations, energy management, capital planning and construction projects for the main center and clinics.

Responsibilities include guiding program development, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing resources, and collaborating with VISN and national teams to maintain high safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional licensure as a PE or Architect may be required or considered for advancement.
• English language proficiency in speaking and writing.

Responsibilities

• Serves as key managerial advisor reporting to the Chief Engineer.
• Acts in full authority in the Chief's absence and provides expert consultation.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and evaluates the Engineering Service; sets standards.
• Oversees HR management and succession planning in Engineering Service.
• Supports VISN Capital and Energy Engineers and participates in committees.
• Maintains fire safety and life safety building features within the healthcare system.
• Provides budgeting and financial management for Engineering Service.
• Plans and executes special projects; adheres to regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership & management

Project management

Facilities engineering

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

ABET-accredited program

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Supervisory Healthcare Engineer to act as Assistant Chief of Engineering Service at a VA Medical Center, overseeing maintenance, utility plant operations, energy management, capital planning and construction projects for the main center and clinics.

Responsibilities include guiding program development, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing resources, and collaborating with VISN and national teams to maintain high safety and reliability.