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RXinsider LTD.

$120 - $190/hr

... Engineer, EIT, or equivalent preferr * edIn-depth knowledge of commercial or institutional level HVAC systems required including chillers and cooling tower, boilers, pumping syste * msWorking ...

Universal Hospital Services Inc.

$85 - $130/hr

... Engineering, Maintenance and Grounds departments ... Complete all duties and functions of the hospital Safety Officer. Maintains compliance with ...

Boston Childrens Hospital

$88K - $141K/yr

Manages the Hospital User Groups, Hospital Engineering, and consulting architectural and engineering team through the entire planning process, including final sign-off, issuing of Construction ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.62 - $50.94/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. Licensure * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

Freedom Behavioral

HOSPITAL ADMINISTRATOR

Lake Charles, LA · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

The Hospital Administrator shall ensure the facility is adequately staffed, programming standards are met, and adequate resources are provided to meet the needs of the patient populations served. He ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$35.62/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. Licensure * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

Legacy Health

Engineer

Vancouver, WA · On-site

$36.33 - $51.96/hr

Hospital engineering experience preferred. * Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements. * Limited Maintenance Industrial ...

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How much do hospital engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for hospital engineer in the United States is $115,864.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,000.00 and $151,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a hospital engineer?

A Hospital Engineer is responsible for maintaining and managing the infrastructure, equipment, and systems of a healthcare facility. Their duties include ensuring the proper operation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and medical gas systems to support patient care and safety. They also oversee repairs, renovations, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Hospital Engineers work closely with medical staff and facility management to prevent disruptions in critical hospital operations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hospital engineer?

A Hospital Engineer should have strong knowledge of building systems, mechanical and electrical engineering, and safety regulations, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with healthcare facility management systems, compliance with regulatory standards like Joint Commission, and certifications such as Certified Healthcare Facility Manager (CHFM) are highly valuable. Excellent problem-solving abilities, communication, and teamwork skills set candidates apart when collaborating with clinical and non-clinical staff. These competencies ensure the hospital's infrastructure remains safe, efficient, and operational, directly supporting the delivery of patient care.

What are some common challenges faced by hospital engineers in a healthcare setting?

Hospital Engineers often contend with maintaining complex building systems and critical equipment while ensuring minimal disruption to patient care and daily operations. They must continually address urgent maintenance requests, comply with strict regulatory and safety standards, and manage resources efficiently, especially when unexpected issues arise. Coordination with clinical staff, contractors, and administration is essential to quickly resolve challenges such as equipment downtime or emergency repairs. These factors make the role both demanding and highly impactful within the hospital environment.

What does a hospital engineer do at a hospital?

A hospital engineer is responsible for maintaining and repairing the hospital's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to ensure safe and efficient operation. They often perform routine inspections, troubleshoot equipment issues, and ensure compliance with safety standards, using tools like diagnostic software and adhering to certifications such as HVAC or electrical licenses.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,864 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

MT AE: Assistant Engineer

Willis Knighton Health

Shreveport, LA • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Review and design electrical projects for hospital facilities.

  • Supervise maintenance projects, safety compliance, and electrical system coordination.

  • Coordinate with external engineering and architecture firms to ensure project standards and compliance.

Job description

JOB SUMMARY: The job involves reviewing and designing electrical projects, supervising maintenance and safety compliance across multiple Willis Knighton facilities, and coordinating with external engineering and architecture firms to ensure projects meet maintenance and safety standards. Additionally, the role requires maintaining facility records, and acting as a representative during major construction projects, all while adhering to safety and quality initiatives.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Hospital Engineer
RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Reviews engineering aspects of future hospital electrical projects.
  • Design in-house electrical projects that do not require the coordination of a consulting engineer.
  • Review maintenance schedules and procedures for Willis Knighton Medical Center, Willis Knighton South, Wills Knighton Bossier, WK Pierremont and WK Rehabilitation Institute.
  • Supervise maintenance projects, Arc flash & electrical circuit coordination studies.
  • Coordinates with consulting engineering and architect firms on projects to assure that maintenance considerations are addressed.
  • Maintains Facility Drawing Records for all buildings and coordinates all Record Drawing for Joint Commission compliance. (required Auto CAD experience)
  • Maintains electrical panel schedule and on-line program. (required electrical distribution knowledge)
  • Coordinates with consultants to maintain electrical system compliance.
  • Coordinates facility safety requirements of governing bodies such as state and local Fire Marshall and Joint Commission, etc.
  • Provides ownership representation during major construction projects.
  • Safety responsibilities limited to facility related areas.
  • Safety responsibilities limited to Willis Knighton, Willis Knighton South and Willis Knighton Bossier, WK Pierremont and WK Rehabilitation Institute.
  • Attends and fully participates in the Willis Knighton Health Safety Committee.
  • Compliance with the policies and procedures of the Willis Knighton Health Code of Conduct and service quality standards.
  • Compliance with patient safety and quality initiatives as appropriate for job description.
  • Employee consistently and effectively uses the C.I. CARE framework when interacting with patients, guests and colleague.
  • Frequent local travel between facilities in the Shreveport-Bossier area.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction related field, such as Electrical Engineering.

Experience: 36 months as a maintenance engineer.

Other requirements:

  • Experience in construction drawing interpretations and shop drawing review process.
  • Experience with Microsoft Access, helping in analyze large amounts of information and manage related data efficiently, Creating custom databases, efficient data entry, ability to import, alter, export data, minimize data errors and provide a stronger security protection.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, WORD, TEAMS, AutoCAD drawing files and plotter setup and maintenance.
  • Protection of Electrical equipment knowledge demonstrated through either work experience or passing scores on college-level courses covering the subject.
  • Coordination & Modeling of power system knowledge demonstrated through either work experience or passing scores on college-level courses covering the subject.
  • Electrical distribution knowledge.

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