Head of Engineering

We re hiring a Head of Engineering at Kids Operating Room. This is not a typical engineering role. You ll help design and deliver operating theatres in some of the most challenging environments in the world - where power is unreliable, oxygen is scarce, and the difference between success and failure is measured in lives. From solar-powered surgery systems to modular hospitals, you ll lead engineering that directly enables safe surgery for children globally. If you re an engineer who wants to apply your skills to something that truly matters this is it. Kids Operating Room is a global health charity transforming surgical care for children in low-resource settings. To date, we have delivered 130+ operating theatres across 35+ countries, helping to build safe, sustainable surgical systems where they are needed most. Our work sits at the intersection of engineering, clinical care, and innovation - including the development of pioneering solutions such as our solar surgery system, designed to deliver uninterrupted power in environments where grid reliability cannot be guaranteed. We are seeking an exceptional Head of Engineering to lead the development and delivery of innovative engineering solutions that enable safe surgery for children in low-resource settings. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining strategic oversight with practical deployment. You will lead a multidisciplinary engineering function spanning biomedical, electrical, and infrastructure systems - designing ..... full job details .....