High Voltage Electrical Engineer

VJ Technologies•Town of Islip, NY

About The Position

Responsible for the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced industrial x-ray systems. This role involves both in-house system testing and field service at customer facilities worldwide. You will serve as the primary technical contact for customers and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. Job Description: Ensure all work is completed in compliance with all applicable local, state, federal electrical and radiation safety standards. Interact with a cross-disciplinary engineering team (mechanical, electrical, software, imaging) on system designs and to help resolve customer problems and provide world class customer service. Extensive travel to customer sites or other company locations worldwide (50% +/-) Installation & Commissioning Install and commission industrial X-ray inspection systems at customer sites. Perform system setup including beam alignment, geometric calibration, and detector integration. Commission microfocus open-tube X-ray systems, including tube conditioning and vacuum validation. Configure imaging software and integrate detectors and CT acquisition systems. Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Preventive & Corrective Maintenance Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on: Microfocus open-tube X-ray sources High-voltage X-ray generators and associated electronics Industrial linear accelerator (LINAC) systems Service supporting subsystems including: High-voltage power supplies Cooling systems Vacuum pumps and vacuum hardware Motion systems and manipulators Diagnose issues such as arcing, beam instability, focal spot drift, vacuum failures, and HV breakdown. Troubleshooting & Diagnostics Troubleshoot high-voltage, control, and electromechanical subsystems. Diagnose faults in motion stages, manipulators, and CT scanning systems. Use diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and system diagnostic software. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions. Provide remote technical support to customers when required. Radiation Safety & Compliance Ensure systems operate in compliance with applicable radiation safety regulations. Perform radiation surveys, leakage testing, and safety interlock verification. Support regulatory inspections and documentation as required. Customer Support Provide technical support to customers via phone, email, and on-site service. Train operators and maintenance personnel on proper system operation. Maintain service documentation and reports. Support system upgrades, retrofits, and ongoing customer relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, Applied Physics or related technical field.
Minimum of five (5) years of experience servicing and working with industrial x-ray systems, high-voltage systems and/or vacuum technology.
Experience working with one or more of the following: Microfocus X-ray sources High-voltage generators (90kV–450kV typical) Industrial linear accelerator (LINAC) systems
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
Familiarity working with precision electro-mechanical equipment
Experience using diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes and digital multimeters.
Knowledge of radiation safety practices and regulatory compliance.
Ability to travel up to 50%, including international travel.
Excellent interpersonal skills with well-established written and verbal communication skills
Conversant with Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment, capable of prioritization, multi-tasking, and effective organization.
Must be a US citizen and able to pass personal background and security checks to obtain clearance on various government and military sites
Will need to successfully pass a drug test and present a clean and valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience servicing NDT, DR, or CT inspection systems.
Familiarity with vacuum systems (turbo pumps, roughing pumps).
Experience with motion control systems or industrial automation.
Familiarity with CE, UL, and regulatory compliance processes.
Experience with LINAC RF or accelerator systems.
Microcontroller or embedded systems troubleshooting experience.
Prior soldering experience
Basic understanding of an MRP or ERP system

Responsibilities

Install and commission industrial X-ray inspection systems at customer sites.
Perform system setup including beam alignment, geometric calibration, and detector integration.
Commission microfocus open-tube X-ray systems, including tube conditioning and vacuum validation.
Configure imaging software and integrate detectors and CT acquisition systems.
Conduct Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT).
Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on: Microfocus open-tube X-ray sources High-voltage X-ray generators and associated electronics Industrial linear accelerator (LINAC) systems
Service supporting subsystems including: High-voltage power supplies Cooling systems Vacuum pumps and vacuum hardware Motion systems and manipulators
Diagnose issues such as arcing, beam instability, focal spot drift, vacuum failures, and HV breakdown.
Troubleshoot high-voltage, control, and electromechanical subsystems.
Diagnose faults in motion stages, manipulators, and CT scanning systems.
Use diagnostic equipment including oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, and system diagnostic software.
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Provide remote technical support to customers when required.
Ensure systems operate in compliance with applicable radiation safety regulations.
Perform radiation surveys, leakage testing, and safety interlock verification.
Support regulatory inspections and documentation as required.
Provide technical support to customers via phone, email, and on-site service.
Train operators and maintenance personnel on proper system operation.
Maintain service documentation and reports.
Support system upgrades, retrofits, and ongoing customer relationships.