Healthcare Engineer Jobs

Healthcare Engineer jobs are open across hospitals, medical device manufacturers, health systems, and biotech firms, at every level from entry-level technician to senior and director, with specializations in clinical systems, facilities management, and biomedical equipment. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles163+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type40% Hybrid
Top industryTechnology

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Project Engineer-Healthcare (ID# 709)
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Project Engineer-Healthcare (ID# 709)
Volarify
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Cloud Architecture
Solutions Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
$110k - $130k/yr

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Healthcare Engineer
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Healthcare Engineer
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Iowa City, Iowa
Civil Engineering
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$58k - $129k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in architectural engineering
10,000+

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Forward Deployed Engineer III, Generative AI, Google Cloud, Healthcare
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Forward Deployed Engineer III, Generative AI, Google Cloud, Healthcare
Google
Chicago, Illinois
Embedded Systems Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Technical Program Management
$174k - $252k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Java Backend Engineer HIPAA Non Healthcare
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Java Backend Engineer HIPAA Non Healthcare
Zapcom Group
Mountain View, California
Project Management
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$100k - $120k/yr
Remote (US)
201-500

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Senior Healthcare AI Engineer, Analytics Hub
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Senior Healthcare AI Engineer, Analytics Hub
ECG Management Consultants
Chicago, Illinois
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security Engineering
$170k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in statistics
201-500

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Healthcare Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • US Department of Veterans Affairs15
  • TLC Engineering Solutions12
  • Salas O'Brien6
  • Jobot5
  • OpenAI5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Consulting & Professional Services
  • Staffing & Recruiting
  • Education
  • Construction & Real Estate

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in healthcare engineer jobs.

  • Bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
  • Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing clinical or biomedical equipment
  • Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems such as CMMS platforms
  • Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, and NFPA 99 healthcare facility standards
  • CHTM or CHFM certification preferred for senior or lead roles
  • Ability to respond to critical equipment failures and coordinate emergency repairs on-site

Tips for Your Healthcare Engineer Job Search

Tailor your resume for each setting

Hospital systems and medical device companies read resumes differently. Emphasize Joint Commission compliance and preventive maintenance schedules for hospital roles, and shift to design validation, FDA 21 CFR Part 820, and product lifecycle language when targeting device manufacturers.

Certify before competing for senior openings

Many senior postings list CHTM or CHFM as preferred or required. Earning one before you apply puts your application in a smaller pile and signals hands-on operational credibility that a degree line alone does not communicate.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists healthcare engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Show uptime and compliance outcomes on your resume

Generic maintenance experience does not stand out. Quantify your impact by citing equipment uptime rates, number of devices in your portfolio, or successful Joint Commission survey outcomes you contributed to directly.

Ask technical questions during the interview

Interviewers for these roles expect you to ask about CMMS platforms in use, deferred maintenance backlogs, and how the team handles after-hours critical equipment failures. Specific questions signal operational readiness and distinguish you from candidates who only ask about culture.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base pay

Healthcare engineer roles often include on-call stipends, certification reimbursement, and continuing education budgets that vary significantly by employer. Ask about each of these in your offer conversation before accepting, since they add up faster than base increments.

Healthcare Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most healthcare engineers?

The most active employers for healthcare engineers right now are US Department of Veterans Affairs, TLC Engineering Solutions, and Salas O'Brien, and the most openings are in California, Florida, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems, medical device manufacturers, and facilities management contractors that serve hospital networks tend to post the highest volumes.

How many healthcare engineer jobs are remote?

About 71% of healthcare engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote-eligible roles concentrated in regulatory affairs, clinical informatics, and health IT systems rather than hands-on biomedical or facilities positions, which require on-site presence for equipment maintenance and compliance inspections.

How do you become a healthcare engineer?

Start with a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely related technical discipline. Gain hands-on experience through internships, entry-level biomedical technician roles, or facilities maintenance positions in a clinical setting. Pursue CHTM or CHFM certification to advance into more senior roles. Build familiarity with CMMS platforms and regulatory standards like NFPA 99 and Joint Commission requirements along the way.

Can I get hired as a healthcare engineer with little experience?

Yes, entry-level healthcare engineer roles exist, particularly as biomedical equipment technicians or facilities support engineers in hospital systems. Employers in these roles often prioritize your technical aptitude, hands-on troubleshooting ability, and willingness to learn on-site systems over years of direct experience. Associate degree programs in biomedical technology and military medical equipment training are also recognized pathways into the field.

What does the healthcare engineer interview process look like?

Most healthcare engineer interviews include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview with the engineering manager or department lead covering equipment troubleshooting scenarios, compliance knowledge, and your experience with specific device categories. Senior roles often add a panel interview with operations or clinical leadership and may include a facility walkthrough to assess your situational awareness on the floor.

Where can I find and apply to healthcare engineer jobs?

You can find and apply to healthcare engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.

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