Equipment Operations Engineer II (Medtech)

TL;DR

Equipment Operations Engineer II (Medtech): Ensuring reliability, compliance, and operational availability of laboratory equipment within clinical and research environments with an accent on equipment lifecycle management. Focus on troubleshooting equipment failures, driving root cause investigations, and maintaining strict regulatory compliance (CLIA, FDA).

Location: Onsite in San Diego, California, United States

Salary: $35 — $46 USD per hour

Company

hirify.global is a global diagnostics company transforming cancer care through a genomic and clinical data platform that empowers clinicians with high-value insights.

What you will do

• Manage the full equipment lifecycle including procurement, installation, qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), calibration, and decommissioning.
• Troubleshoot equipment failures and lead root cause investigations to implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate maintenance and calibration activities across internal stakeholders and external service vendors to minimize workflow impact.
• Author equipment specifications, user requirements, and qualification protocols while maintaining compliant documentation.
• Ensure all processes and equipment meet quality standards such as CLIA, CAP, and FDA regulations.
• Support cross-functional efforts for new equipment onboarding, lab expansions, and obsolescence planning.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree in an Engineering field or equivalent professional experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in equipment or reliability engineering within a highly regulated environment.
• 1-2 years of experience developing equipment qualification plans and calibration strategies.
• Hands-on familiarity with lab instrumentation and preventive maintenance standards.
• Must be based in or able to work onsite in San Diego, CA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Nice to have

• Experience with sequencing assays and automation platforms.
• Familiarity with CMMS (e.g., SAP, Limble) and LIMS integration.
• Working knowledge of root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, or FMEA.
• Six Sigma Green Belt (SSGB) or other reliability certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package including potential for discretionary bonuses and restricted stock units.
• Career growth opportunities within a purpose-driven environment focused on transforming cancer care.
• Inclusive and inspiring workplace recognized as a 2024 Certified Great Place to Work.
• Collaborative, high-impact culture guided by core values of empathy, integrity, and excellence.