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Clinical Engineering Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

You've managed complexity. Now take full ownership of a clinical engineering operation where your decisions shape performance, people, and patient impact. What You'll Do * Run the business: oversee ...

Manager Mechanical Engineering

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Were a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter ... The Manager contributes to cross-functional project teams and ensures efficient operation and ...

Manager Mechanical Engineering

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$122K - $168K/yr

Were a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter ... The Manager contributes to cross-functional project teams and ensures efficient operation and ...

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How much do clinical engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for clinical engineering manager in California is $78,310.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $63,200.00 and $87,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a clinical engineering manager do?

A Clinical Engineering Manager oversees the maintenance, safety, and efficiency of medical equipment in healthcare facilities. They lead a team of biomedical engineers and technicians to ensure compliance with regulations, manage equipment procurement, and provide technical support. Their role is crucial in minimizing equipment downtime, improving patient safety, and working with healthcare staff to optimize technology use. Additionally, they may collaborate with vendors and hospital administrators to develop equipment management strategies and budgets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a clinical engineering manager?

To thrive as a Clinical Engineering Manager, you need expertise in biomedical engineering, equipment management, regulatory compliance, and typically a degree in engineering or a related field, often supported by certifications like CBET (Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician). Familiarity with medical device management software, asset tracking systems, and safety standards such as The Joint Commission and FDA regulations is essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills help you coordinate multidisciplinary teams and interact with clinical staff. These skills are vital for ensuring the safe, efficient operation of medical equipment and compliance with healthcare standards.

What are the most commonly searched types of Clinical Engineering jobs in California?

The most popular types of Clinical Engineering jobs in California are:

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Infographic showing various Clinical Engineering Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,310 per year, or $37.6 per hour.

Clinical Engineering Manager (California-North State)

Redding, CA • On-site


Dignity Health
Hospitals • 10K+ employees

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 284 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

106th of 895 rated healthcare providers

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by students


$57.50 - $85.53/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description


Job Summary and Responsibilities
Job Summary / PurposeThis position manages the operations of the Clinical Engineering (CE) Department to provide a regulatory compliant, cost effective program that meets or exceeds the particular quality and financial expectations at one or more acute care facilities in alignment with CommonSpirit Health’s National Clinical Engineering Service Level Agreement (SLA) and applicable Key Performance Indicators (KPI).  This position is responsible for providing the customer(s) with an aggressive CE program that lowers their annual maintenance costs, increases equipment life cycles, and provides exceptional customer service.  This position develops and directs a comprehensive strategic life cycle asset management program for each site and ensures the CE program is valued and trusted as the subject matter expert for pre-purchase evaluations including total life cycle cost analysis.  Essential Key Job Responsibilities
  • Directs the overall operations of one or more CE Departments by: 
  • Meeting/exceeding all SLA deliverables and conducting Monthly Operational Report (MOR) meetings to review CE’s KPI results with each hospital leadership team. 
  • Developing synergies with key stakeholders, i.e. System Medical Device Security Operations, System IT, Clinical Department leadership and Original Equipment Manufacturers to implement a medical device security program for networked medical equipment across all sites.
  • Develops and ensures the implementation of policy and procedures that result in a fully compliant CE program for each site under their scope.  
  • Directs supervisors and/or CE team members in best practices to ensure the financial performance of the department meets or exceeds budget and supports CommonSpirit Health’s financial health.  This is accomplished by:  
  • Developing and directing an advanced CE program that includes multi-site service strategies to support all medical equipment under their scope. 
  • Strategic development of staff training plans that support a multi-site service operation to meet both budget targets and provide optimal service response/equipment uptime.
  • Reviews/approves all financial operations and develops variance bridge plans.  
  • Manages direct reports effectively: 
  • Directs supervisors and/or CE team members in the development of professional and personal growth that meets the needs of the customer and employees.
  • Manages employee matters in a timely and professional manner using available organizational resources.  
  • Ensures accuracy for time and attendance of direct reports.
  • Directs the coordination of on-call rotation and ensures appropriate staffing to meet business commitment.  
  • Reviews & approves team member expense reports.
  • Creates SMART team member goals, performs new hire, midyear and annual reviews. 
Job Requirements

Required

  • Associates Other in a related field , upon hire.
  • Minimum of three years as a supervisor/lead technician in the Clinical Engineering industry. (Advanced roles require 5 years leading technical teams including direct responsibility for all aspects of staff management).

  • Must have demonstrated financial management skill relevant to the Clinical Engineering industry.

  • Must have demonstrated industry-standard and regulatory compliant management of a Clinical Engineering program.

  • Valid Driver's License

Preferred

  • Bachelors Degree
  • Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician
  • Certified Healthcare Technician Manager

This position requires participation in a rotational on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be available to respond to urgent service needs outside of regular business hours and may be required to return to the facility on short notice.

Where You'll Work

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Qualifications:

Required

  • Associates Other in a related field , upon hire.
  • Minimum of three years as a supervisor/lead technician in the Clinical Engineering industry. (Advanced roles require 5 years leading technical teams including direct responsibility for all aspects of staff management).

  • Must have demonstrated financial management skill relevant to the Clinical Engineering industry.

  • Must have demonstrated industry-standard and regulatory compliant management of a Clinical Engineering program.

  • Valid Driver's License

Preferred

  • Bachelors Degree
  • Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician
  • Certified Healthcare Technician Manager

This position requires participation in a rotational on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Candidates must be available to respond to urgent service needs outside of regular business hours and may be required to return to the facility on short notice.

Employment Type: Full Time

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We welcome the chance to help you feel your best. Excellent, affordable health care, delivered with compassion, is what we stand for. Since our founding in 1986, we've made it our goal to create environments that meet each patient's physical, mental, and spiritual needs. We also believe this healing philosophy promotes the wellbeing of our staff and the places they serve. Dignity Health is made up of more than 60,000 caregivers and staff who deliver excellent care to diverse communities in 21 states. Headquartered in San Francisco, Dignity Health is the fifth largest health system in the nation and the largest hospital provider in California. Through teamwork and innovation, faith and compassion, advocacy and action, we endeavor every day to keep you happy, healthy, and whole.

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