Clinical Engineering Manager

Cleveland Clinic

5d • Onsite

About The Position

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One. Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless encouragement and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. The Clinical Engineering Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant operation of medical technology at Cleveland Clinic’s Northeast Ohio locations. This leadership position oversees daily operations, staff development, equipment lifecycle management, and project execution, contributing directly to the Clinic’s mission of delivering world-class patient care through innovation and operational excellence. A caregiver in this position works from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with on-call requirements as needed. A caregiver who excels in this role will: Perform staff performance evaluations and training activities and assist with capacity planning for staff and contract labor. Ensure that equipment is maintained, secured, renovated, and deployed according to departmental/organizational policies, procedures, plans and initiatives. Assist with the development of and compliance with the departmental budgets, including capital, operating and construction budgets. Maintain knowledge of applicable statutory, regulatory and administrative requirements and ensure departmental compliance. Lead projects and initiatives within the work group.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical engineering /medical device experience inclusive of 2 years of experience in a clinical engineering work leader and/or leadership role.
• Offset: Associates degree and 7 years related experience including 2 years leadership experience.
• Offset: Equivalent specialized or military training and 10 years related experience including 2 years leadership experience.
• Must include extensive experience in assigned area of specialization and leadership experience.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE) or Biomedical Engineering Technologist (BMET) preferred.
• Additional specialization (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean, logistics) preferred depending on assigned area.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Development Conduct performance evaluations, training, and mentorship for clinical engineering staff and contract personnel. Assist in workforce planning and capacity management to meet operational needs.
• Medical Equipment Management Ensure equipment is maintained, secured, renovated, and deployed in accordance with organizational policies and strategic initiatives. Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs to maximize equipment uptime and safety.
• Financials & Resource Oversight Support the development and monitoring of departmental budgets, including capital, operating, and construction allocations. Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory and administrative requirements (e.g., FDA, Joint Commission, ISO). Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Project & Initiative Execution Lead and manage departmental projects and initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with institutional goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on technology upgrades, renovations, and service improvements.
• Other Duties: Perform additional responsibilities as assigned to support departmental and organizational success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees