Healthcare Facility Engineer: Construction & Compliance

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Miami, FL seeks a Healthcare Engineer to lead capital projects, manage design and construction, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. The role requires civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering expertise and regulatory acumen.

The position emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, project leadership, and delivery of safe, efficient veteran care facilities within the healthcare system.

Qualifications

• US citizenship requirement (per federal rules)
• English language proficiency (spoken and written)
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or Architecture (ABET-accredited or equivalent) or passing FE exam with degree or licensure evidence

Responsibilities

• Lead healthcare engineering programs, technology assessments, and integration planning.
• Plan, execute and document highly complex healthcare facility construction projects and inspections.
• Coordinate with clinical staff, acquisition, contractors, and leadership to ensure safe, efficient healthcare delivery.

Skills

Knowledge of engineering principles

Regulatory knowledge

Construction standards knowledge

Research and analysis

Project planning and execution

Leadership of cross-functional teams

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

Engineering in Training certificate

Professional licensure/registration

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Miami, FL seeks a Healthcare Engineer to lead capital projects, manage design and construction, and ensure compliance with healthcare standards. The role requires civil, electrical, or mechanical engineering expertise and regulatory acumen.

The position emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, project leadership, and delivery of safe, efficient veteran care facilities within the healthcare system.