Field Service Engineer (Proton Therapy)- New York, NY

Siemens Healthineers

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably. Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions. Varian Proton Therapy Field Service Engineers provide highly visible customer support with a customer site dedicated team and is responsible for the overall on-site operation, maintenance and performance of the Proton Therapy System. As a Floating Field Service Engineer, you will provide support to multiple sites as needed with the New York, NY site as your primary work location. Varian Proton Therapy Systems utilize the following subsystems: High Vacuum Cryogenics and Superconducting Magnets High Voltage applications, AC and DC RF Power Delivery System X-ray with Computed Tomography Industrial Robots and Motion Control Industrial PLC Controls Radiation Dosimetry

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in an Engineering Technologies field of study OR 2 Years of prior applicable experience in military or high tech industry
• Must be able to occasionally work at heights above 20 feet or in cramped spaces
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken
• Must have a customer focused attitude
• Ability to troubleshoot by utilizing technical drawings and employment of root cause methodologies
• All candidates are expected to demonstrate intermediate level of knowledge in the proper use of the following tooling: Mechanical: Torque Wrenches; Precision Gauges & Levels; Vernier Scales, Calipers and Micrometers; Drills, Saws, Taps and Dies; Lubrication and Adhesives Electrical: Digital Multi-Meter, Oscilloscopes, Circuit/Component tooling; Soldering
• Note: Candidate must live within close proximity or be willing to relocate to New York, NY.
• This is an on-site position that requires onsite work at local customer locations.
• Please Note: Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States. Qualified Applicants will not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.
• Position must have full access to Siemens Healthineers' client sites to perform the essential functions of this position. Many clients require Siemens Healthineers employees and representatives to meet certain Vendor Credentialing requirements before they will be allowed to have access to their sites. Unless prohibited by law, position must meet all Vendor Credentialing requirements necessary to have full client access and must continue to meet those requirements during the course of employment in this position. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: Proof of valid identification (photo, driver's license, SSN) Criminal background checks Drug screens Immunizations (COVID-19, Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus) Annual TB testing Healthcare training.
• A successful candidate must be able to work with controlled technology in accordance with US export control law.
• It is Siemens Healthineers’ policy to comply fully and completely with all United States export control laws and regulations, including those implemented by the Department of Commerce through the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), by the Department of State through the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and by the Treasury Department through the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions regulations.”
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Nice To Haves

• Fluency in German, written and spoken
• Fundamental knowledge of computer and network systems
• Previous experience in either a High Tech industry or Military technical support roles

Responsibilities

• Maintain a high degree of professional knowledge and safety consciousness according to Varian/SHS guidelines to perform activities under the safest working conditions.
• Provide highly visible customer support including assisting our customer in the operation of the system.
• Serve as a company liaison with the customer on technical and/or administrative matters.
• Perform all operational quality checks including planned maintenance in a timely manner.
• Providing accurate, detailed and concise field service reports
• Complete required assignments, Service Technical Bulletins and Upgrades in a timely manner.
• Complete mandatory training assignments and certifications on time to maintain FDA compliance.
• Become proficient in the use of internal software applications for both the business and Proton System such as Microsoft Office Suite, SAP, Salesforce, Siemens PLC GUI and Varian Treatment Control applications.
• Be responsible for and/or support other field service site roles such as Site Safety Coordinator, Spare Parts Inventory Controller or Radiation Safety Coordinator.
• Meet all Vendor Credentialing requirements necessary to gain VMS client site access, unless prohibited by law. These requirements vary by client and may include, but are not limited to: Proof of valid identification (photo, driver’s license, SSN) Criminal background checks, Drug screens, Immunizations (Hep B, MMR, Varicella, Influenza, Tetanus), Annual TB testing, Healthcare trainings (provided by Varian)
• This Position requires you to be available on a short notice to travel to other Proton Therapy sites and work on one of the following types of shifts, depending on the location 1st, 2nd or 3rd, 8 hrs./day Compressed Work Schedule, 10 or 12 hrs./day or night, 3 or 4 days/nights per week Rotating Weekends Up to 85% Travel can be expected

Benefits

• The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan. life insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time.

What This Job Offers

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