Accelerator Operator

Niowave Inc. • Lansing, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Accelerator Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a linear accelerator to support continuous radioisotope production. This position monitors and optimizes beam performance, troubleshoots system issues, maintains control systems, and ensures compliance with GMP and radiation safety standards.

Requirements

• Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
• Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization – appreciates the history of current state, know how and when to make suggestions, as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state
• Understands your own communication and learning styles, can assess others’ styles, and is able to find the right path to best connect with colleagues
• Associate's degree or equivalent in electrical engineering technology, industrial controls, physics, or related discipline
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in electrical systems, industrial automation, or control room operations
• Strong foundational knowledge in engineering principles, including circuit theory, control systems, and basic physics
• Proficiency with control software, SCADA systems, or similar interfaces; familiarity with tools like oscilloscopes, multimeters, and diagnostic equipment
• Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Possesses ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Is a resilient self-starter, who learns and acts quickly, and has keen attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering technology, industrial controls, physics, or a related discipline
• Prior experience working with particle accelerators, cyclotrons, or similar high-energy physics equipment
• Certification in industrial controls (e.g., ISA Certified Control Systems Technician) or radiation safety (e.g., NRRPT)
• Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing or radiochemistry, with understanding of isotope production processes
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, LabVIEW) for optimizing accelerator performance

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time linear accelerator performance, including beam parameters, radiation levels, and system diagnostics, using advanced control software and instrumentation
• Operate and adjust control systems to optimize production cycles, troubleshooting anomalies to minimize downtime and ensure product quality
• Conduct routine system checks, calibrations, and preventive maintenance on electrical controls, PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers), and associated hardware
• Collaborate with physicists, engineers, and technicians to implement operational protocols and respond to production demands
• Maintain detailed logs of operations, incidents, and maintenance activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and radiation safety guidelines
• Respond to alarms and emergencies, executing shutdown procedures, and coordinating with safety teams to mitigate risks
• Participate in shift rotations, including potential evenings or weekends, to support 24/7 production needs
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, such as updating control algorithms or integrating new monitoring technologies

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree