Cyclotron Engineer

Company: Orion Talent
Location: Hayward
Posted on: March 16, 2023

Job Description:

Position Description: Cyclotron Engineer
Company is seeking a cyclotron engineer to support their cross-disciplinary radio pharmaceutical research and production facility in Covington, LA. The Cyclotron Engineer functions as part of a team of peers to provide service and maintenance to cyclotron and radio chemistry synthesizers to ensure maximum productivity and system Up Time while utilizing time and resource management techniques effectively. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to:
--- Provides service and maintenance for multiple cyclotrons and associated chemistry modules as assigned
--- Monitors and positively affects financial and operational performance
--- Works in compliance with all regulatory standards including EH&S, cGMP, Radiation Safety, applicable pharmacy laws, DOT, and internal policies and interpretations of the above as required
--- Participates in personnel training and staff development
--- Responds to calls for service support within a reasonable amount of time
--- Completes and submits work history tickets in a timely fashion and includes all relevant details
--- Schedules work and manages spare parts usage to minimize costs and maximize effectiveness
--- Monitors and improves Up Time for site cyclotron system(s)
--- Participates in the assessment of semi-complex product and equipment performance and recommends modifications and improvements
--- Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
Position Details:
Location: Hayward, CA
Travel: Minimal, you can expect to travel for initial and occasional refresher training.
Compensation: Target base salary will be $80K - $88K (hourly) + overtime paid at 1.5x, plus 5% Target Bonus
Shift: This role follows closest to 2nd shift hours. Your shift can vary dependent on the needs of the Cyclotron in the lab (i.e. when it is to be checked / up and running). Your normal hours will be Sunday through Thursday, 2pm - 10:30pm. You will normally work 8 - hour shifts but can occasionally work longer shifts depending on system conditions.
Position Requirements:
--- Associates degree in engineering discipline or equivalent Military experience
--- 2-5 years of experience in servicing capital equipment and electrical/electronic troubleshooting
--- Basic understanding of mechanical troubleshooting (equipment assembly/disassembly)
--- 2+ years of experience with customer relationship management preferred
--- Working knowledge of the PET radioisotope production workflow preferred
--- Ability to work independently and with a cross-functional team
--- Technically skilled with proven ability to troubleshoot semi-complex problems and abstract issues, policies and procedures
--- Ability to read and correctly interpret various engineering documents (schematics, wiring diagrams, piping diagrams, etc.)
--- Ability to use standard electronic test and measurement instruments (DVM, oscilloscope, micarometers, etc.)
--- Ability to correctly utilize portable leak detection equipment
--- Ability to safely work in regions of high voltage and radiation
--- Ability to consistently perform all PMs per SOPs with no external support
Benefits: Company offers an excellent global benefits package Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life Insurances, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401K Savings Plan with matching contribution, Financial Planning Tools, Training and Education, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Flex Schedules, Business Casual Dress, Employee Discount Program, and Volunteer Opportunities. Specific benefits for this position include:
--- 5% at target annual performance bonus (based on corporate performance)
--- 4 weeks of paid vacation (PTO) to start, with 5 paid floater holidays pro-rated for the first year and 6 paid standard holidays. At the start of your third year, you get a 5th week of vacation.
--- 100% match of 401K contribution, up to 6% (20% vesting of the matched amount each year).
--- There are other perks like "be well" reimbursement of $300/year for health/fitness classes and related items.

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