Senior Clinical Engineer

Senior Clinical Engineer

The closing date is 04 February 2026

As a Senior Clinical Engineer the post holder will independently commission checks, calibrate and maintain new equipment including syringe pumps, diathermy machines, ventilators, anaesthetic machines and defibrillators. The post holder will supervise Clinical Engineers, trainee Clinical Technologists and Equipment Library Technicians.

The post holder will also demonstrate new equipment to clinical staff and update service records. He/she will lead in medical device connectivity as the technology advances across the Trust e.g. through our E.P.R system.

Main duties of the job

• Repair, maintenance and performance checking of high value electronic and mechanical devices used in patient diagnosis and treatment. Advising end users on acquisition, safe use and disposal of medical devices in line with MHRA Managing Medical Devices Regulations 2014/2021.
• Ordering parts and accessories for medical devices and equipment.
• Monitoring and rotating stock levels to ensure minimal wastage.
• Reviewing working practices, advising on changes and suggesting efficiency improvements.

About us

At Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients and on the culture we create for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under represented groups.

We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Job responsibilities

Our Job Description and Person Specification tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please ensure your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Person Specification Education, Qualifications & Training

• BEng / BSc/ HND/HNC in Electronics/Engineering or an equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Evidence of regular participation in relevant technical training courses and seminars.
• Professional Registration with IPEM and/or RCT.

Knowledge and Experience

• Extensive experience in repair, maintenance and performance checking of specialist medical devices: infusion/syringe pumps, diathermy machines, ventilators, anaesthesia machines, defibrillators, patient monitoring.
• Experience of working with medical device databases.
• Practical experience of using a range of test & measuring equipment and applying electronic / mechanical engineering workshop practices and techniques.
• Experience working in a clinical environment, taking account of patient safety, dignity and infection prevention.
• Experience with networked medical devices - wired and Wi Fi.
• Highly developed knowledge of engineering theory necessary to diagnose and rectify faults on complex specialist medical devices.
• Knowledge of risks to patients and staff arising from medical equipment.
• Experience supervising and developing junior staff.
• Experience in a Quality Management System.
• Knowledge of MHRA regulations and guidance for Managing Medical Devices Jan 2021.
• Knowledge of relevant technical and quality standards and health and safety legislation.
• Knowledge of hazards and safe working practices including contamination.

Skills and Abilities

• Competently operate all equipment worked on, verify correct operation and aid fault diagnosis.
• Advanced electronic engineering skills - test & measuring equipment, component assembly, fault finding, technical manuals, circuit diagrams.
• Mechanical engineering skills - test and measuring equipment, component assembly, technical manuals.
• Strong IT skills - MS Office and complex database use.
• Good organisational, prioritisation and time management skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to supervise and support junior staff and trainees.
• Good customer relations and interpersonal skills.
• Full UK driving licence and own transport required for travel.
• Good physical fitness and dexterity.
• Willingness to work outside core hours in emergency.Willingness to develop skills and attend training.
• RCT and IPEM membership required or to be completed during probation.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Awareness and adherence to the Trust's Vision, Mission and Values.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust