Biomedical Engineer

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Position Overview

Oxygen is a lifesaving resource, yet remains under-available in many countries, in part due to limited functional production capacity. Partners in Health (PIH) will be performing upgrades to PSA plants, purchasing spare parts for PSA plants, maintaining PSA plants, mentoring PSA plant operators on operation and maintenance, launching an oxygen cylinder distribution network, and installing several oxygen pipeline and manifold systems. This work will be accomplished both by PIH and by engaging with external partners and contractors. 

The Biomedical Engineer will support and, when applicable, train Biomed Engineers and will be a key leader of in country technical team responsible for improving the oxygen production landscape.  

Duties and Responsibilities:

Facility Improvements

  • Provide technical support and supervision on PSA plant infrastructure improvements
  • Provide technical support on oxygen equipment to sites for the duration of the project.

Maintenance and Operation of PSA Plants

  • Work to develop a list of spare parts for PSA plants to purchase and work with supply chain team in the purchase of PSA spare parts.
  • Travel to PSA plant sites and provide mentorship and training to PSA plant operators and technicians on PSA maintenance, oxygen safety, and oxygen cylinder storage

Maintenance of Oxygen Concentrators

  • Support in the establishment and operationalizing of a repair shop for oxygen concentrators
  • Provide training on the maintenance and repair of oxygen concentrators, engaging external partners where necessary
  • Conduct biomedical equipment repairs, preventative maintenance, and calibration, primarily on bedside oxygen concentrators
  • Assist in development of a list of spare parts for oxygen concentrators (based on info gathered in prior assessment), both for preventative maintenance and corrective maintenance

 Minimum Requirements

Required:

  • Degree or diploma in biomedical engineering or related relevant engineering field (mechanical, electrical, electronics, computer) or trade (mechanic, plumbing/medical gas, electrician, electro-mechanical)
  • 1-2 years hands on experience with troubleshooting and repair of medical devices, including portable oxygen concentrators
  • Service-oriented mindset and strong communication skills
  • Ability to work well with a diverse team, honoring the concerns and priorities of staff in field sites 

Preferred:

  • Experience developing and/or implementing training or educational programs
  • Hands on experience with PSA oxygen plants, rotary screw air compressors, oxygen cylinders, and oxygen pipeline systems.
  • Experience working in developing countries 

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