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Pathology Watch (operating under Sonic Healthcare USA) is seeking a Biomedical Equipment Engineer to join their Austin Main Lab facility. This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position working Monday–Friday during business hours.
You will be responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance of medical laboratory equipment and related systems. Your work ensures equipment reliability, accurate service documentation, regulatory compliance, and effective equipment lifecycle management.
Key responsibilities include:
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain medical laboratory equipment using electronic, mechanical, and technical principles
- Perform and oversee preventative maintenance, equipment installations, inspections, special projects, and scheduled services
- Coordinate with vendors and third-party service providers for contracted maintenance and repairs, ensuring work meets manufacturer specifications
- Maintain accurate equipment inventory, preventative maintenance schedules, and service records within the service management system
- Generate and review equipment, quality assurance, preventative maintenance, inventory, and service reports
- Manage parts inventory, including receiving, issuing, returns, exchanges, and periodic inventory validation
- Partner with laboratory teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve equipment issues and minimize operational disruption
The company is a Great Place to Work certified employer emphasizing teamwork, innovation, and a supportive, inclusive environment. You will have routine access to Protected Health Information (PHI) and will be trained on safeguards and confidentiality requirements.
Benefits include free lab services for you and dependents, paid time off and paid holidays, competitive medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and a strong sense of community.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering or related field (preferred)
- Minimum 3–5 years of biomedical engineering experience in a hospital, clinical, or commercial laboratory environment
- Commercial laboratory experience preferred
- Knowledge of electronic, mechanical, and/or computer engineering principles and applications
- Strong diagnostic, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
- Proficiency with computers, databases, reporting tools, and related engineering applications
- Ability to read and interpret technical documentation, diagrams, equipment specifications, and manufacturer instructions
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to teach, present, and provide technical guidance
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to operate and support general laboratory equipment, including analyzers, centrifuges, computers, and related instrumentation
