Cyclotron Engineer I

Sofie Co.•Somerset, NJ

About The Position

The Cyclotron-Support Engineer I is accountable for the safe, routine operation, maintenance, and repair of one or more particle accelerators in SOFIE’s PET radiopharmacy, which manufactures PET diagnostics under 21 CFR 212 guidelines. The role also provides first-line troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair for PET manufacturing equipment, including manipulator arms, lead-shielded hot cells, and radiosynthesizers. The engineer is expected to make independent decisions in most cyclotron and facility situations and troubleshoot non-routine manufacturing concerns. The position includes operating cyclotrons according to procedures when the manufacturing schedule requires, including night shifts and potentially weekend shifts. It also involves scheduled and emergency maintenance, operational documentation, equipment repair, radiation-safety duties, quality-program compliance, technical training, contractor oversight, and after-hours on-call support. Travel may be up to 20%.

Requirements

At least 2 years of cyclotron experience or an associate degree in a technical discipline.
Working knowledge of digital and analog circuitry.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings.
Knowledge of radiation survey meters.
Experience diagnosing and repairing equipment failures.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Experience working with radioactive materials.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in protective clothing and confined spaces (including inside or underneath the cyclotron), and lift at least 50 pounds.
Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation.
Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and dependability.
Experience with Microsoft Suite.
Travel up to 20%.

Nice To Haves

Ability to troubleshoot electronics down to the component level.
Ability to understand the detailed theory of operation for most accelerator systems.
Experience with high-voltage training.
Knowledge of basic cGMP practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Operate cyclotron(s) according to proper operating procedures when required by the manufacturing schedule, including night shifts and potentially weekend shifts.
Perform routine, non-routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on cyclotron(s).
Complete documentation related to cyclotron operations, including preventive maintenance, repair, and audit logs.
Plan and execute accelerator maintenance activities according to schedules determined by Technical Services management.
Diagnose and repair electronic equipment, electro-pneumatic systems, high-vacuum systems, deionized chilled-water systems, high-voltage systems, targets, and high-power RF systems.
Provide supervisors with timely information regarding equipment operation and status.
Provide first-line support, maintenance, and repair for PET manufacturing equipment, including lead-shielded hot cells, manipulator arms, and radiosynthesizers.
Oversee, with the Facility Manager, third-party contractors working on manufacturing-related equipment.
Perform radiation-safety duties in accordance with SOFIE radiation compliance and Environmental Health and Safety program standards and applicable regulations under the Corporate and site RSO.
Ensure compliance with applicable site procedures and regulations under the Quality Assurance program, including participation in exception-document reporting such as deviations, corrective and preventive action plans, and out-of-specifications.
Provide technical training and support to other employees.
Provide after-hours on-call support to the site as needed.
Submit work tickets, time cards, and expense reports in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as required.