Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an engaged Senior Clinical Engineer to develop and expand outside of providing maintenance, test, inspection and repair of Medical Devices. The ideal candidate will have a technical background gained in healthcare as a technician or test and repair engineer. They may have skills in electrical, electronic, computing, hydraulic and mechanical engineering, be suitably qualified and with experience of the use, maintenance and management of medical devices for healthcare delivery. However, relevant experience gained in other industries will be considered and training will be provided. They will have an open and enquiring mind, an analytical and structured approach to problem solving, excellent communication and reporting skills, and a demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to coordinating and leading on replacement programmes for medical devices across Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. At STH, we believe in the power of technology to transform healthcare. We are looking for a dedicated senior engineer who shares our passion for innovation and excellence. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a lasting impact on healthcare, we want to hear from you Main duties of the job Support the Project Manager in all aspects of project management of MDMG Planned Replacement Programmes (PRP), ad hoc replacement capital equipment & Major Medical Equipment Replacement Programme, as well as other ad hoc projects & capital schemes. Including development, implementation & achievement of quality objectives, policies and procedures as they relate to Capital Projects Deputise for the Project Manager when required, including chairing project groups.Management of projects in terms of coordinating the acceptance testing and introduction of new equipment into service Work with the engineering team to identify maintenance requirements for new equipment, considering warranty periods & other relevant factors such as identify funding sources for the maintenance of new additional equipment Participate in the production of Statement of Requirements (SOR) for NHSSC and/or specifications for new replacement or additional Medical Devices. Liaising both internally and externally to the Trust, with all project stakeholders Approve PAQ's for both STH & SCH ensuring they have been completed correctly. Participate in risk scoring the ad hoc bids received by MDMG Coordinate and lead on specific replacement projects liaising with procurement, finance and the clinical team. To work under own initiative & organise complex programs of work as part of a team, but often working alone in isolated environment About us You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives. Date posted 12 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa/pro rata for part time staff Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 190-8981-DIR Job locations Royal Hallamshire Hospital Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational degree in clinical technology (engineering) or HND, HNC with extensive work experience to satisfy the requirements of the register of Clinical Technologists. Evidence of specialist further training Personal Qualities Essential Ability to work on own initiative Good communication skills Skills & Knowledge Essential An understanding of equipment management within the NHS Excellent attention to multiple details Excellent time management skills and ability to plan workloads Awareness of the principles of a formal Quality System A general understanding of equipment management within NHS hospitals Experience of 'hands on' maintenance of medical devices Good fault diagnosis skills I.T. skills An awareness of relevant financial and procurement guidelines and regulations Provide practical training to other Clinical Engineers Valid UK driving licence Experience Essential Extensive post-basic experience in the relevant branch of clinical technology. Specialist knowledge acquired through in-depth experience of relevant aspects of the subject area Experience on a wide range of electro-medical equipment including fault finding and repair Experience of scheduled programmes and in meeting targets The ability to work under pressure and meet targets Formal experience of leading a team Experience of working within a Quality System Desirable Experience of teaching and training Training in project management Person Specification Qualifications Essential Vocational degree in clinical technology (engineering) or HND, HNC with extensive work experience to satisfy the requirements of the register of Clinical Technologists. Evidence of specialist further training Personal Qualities Essential Ability to work on own initiative Good communication skills Skills & Knowledge Essential An understanding of equipment management within the NHS Excellent attention to multiple details Excellent time management skills and ability to plan workloads Awareness of the principles of a formal Quality System A general understanding of equipment management within NHS hospitals Experience of 'hands on' maintenance of medical devices Good fault diagnosis skills I.T. skills An awareness of relevant financial and procurement guidelines and regulations Provide practical training to other Clinical Engineers Valid UK driving licence Experience Essential Extensive post-basic experience in the relevant branch of clinical technology. Specialist knowledge acquired through in-depth experience of relevant aspects of the subject area Experience on a wide range of electro-medical equipment including fault finding and repair Experience of scheduled programmes and in meeting targets The ability to work under pressure and meet targets Formal experience of leading a team Experience of working within a Quality System Desirable Experience of teaching and training Training in project management Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Hallamshire Hospital Glossop Road Sheffield S10 2JF Employer's website https://www.sth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)