Biomedical Engineer
Job Description
General Information
Position Title – Biomedical Engineer
Duty Station(s) Addis Ababa
Seniority Level Mid-Level
Duration – One year, with the possibility of extension.
Job Highlight
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to improving healthcare infrastructure in the Horn of Africa. The position offers exposure to a wide range of biomedical engineering projects, cross-cultural collaboration, and professional development opportunities within UNOPS.
Role Purpose
The Biomedical Engineer will conduct substantive analysis, judging the validity of conclusions, and synthesizing proposals to meet demands related to biomedical infrastructure projects. The role involves technical assessments, design review, procurement support, installation supervision, and knowledge management to ensure the successful implementation of high-quality biomedical systems.
Functions / Key Results Expected
- Work Package Performance, Delivery and Reporting
- Support the Infrastructure Team in planning, implementing, and monitoring biomedical infrastructure work packages, including medical gas systems such as oxygen plants, manifolds, vacuum systems, and pipeline networks.
- Assist in the development and implementation of Quality Management Plans (QMP), Health, Safety, Social and Environmental (HSSE) plans, and other control mechanisms for biomedical systems.
- Monitor progress and quality of biomedical engineering activities, report risks or deviations, and propose corrective measures.
- Contribute to regular progress reporting, documentation, and stakeholder updates.
- Ensure effective communication and coordination between field teams, contractors, suppliers, and facility representatives.
- Feasibility Study / Needs Assessment
- Conduct technical assessments of health facilities across HAMCO countries to determine readiness and suitability for installation of biomedical infrastructure including integrated medical gas plants and Medical Gas Pipeline System (MGPS).
- Identify spatial, utility, and safety requirements for installation of biomedical systems, especially oxygen and MGPS infrastructure.
- Support preparation of feasibility reports and technical options in consultation with users, partners and clinical staff.
- Design and Design Review
- Contribute to the design, design review, and technical validation of biomedical infrastructure including medical oxygen generation systems (e.g. PSA plants); Medical Air; Manifolds, vacuum and Gas pipeline distribution networks
- Prepare and/or review technical drawings, design reports, BoQs, and technical specifications for procurement of biomedical infrastructure and equipment.
- Support development of installation layouts and facility readiness requirements.
- Procurement Support and providing assistance in tender document preparation
- Provide technical input to the preparation and review of procurement documents related to biomedical infrastructure, including medical gas systems and associated equipment.
Skills
Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Industry, Knowledge Management, Procurement.
Education Requirements
Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering or a related field.
Desired
- Master’s degree or equivalent in Biomedical Engineering or a related field.
Experience Requirements
Required
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience in biomedical engineering, including experience with medical gas systems,
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in medical equipment system design, procurement, quality control, installation supervision, testing and commissioning.
Desired
- Experience working in international development or humanitarian settings.
Language Requirements
- English, Fluent.
- Arabic, Fluent
Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to improving healthcare infrastructure in the Horn of Africa. The position offers exposure to a wide range of biomedical engineering projects, cross-cultural collaboration, and professional development opportunities within UNOPS.
