Senior Research Scientist

Siemens Healthineers•Greendale, WI

1d•$160,500 - $220,682•Onsite

About The Position

Join Siemens Healthineers’ Linear Accelerator Systems group as a Senior Research Scientist focused on the radiation-producing subsystem of radiation therapy machines. The position addresses thermomechanical challenges arising from concentrated electron beams and high-power microwaves interacting with hardware materials. The successful candidate will contribute thermomechanical design and materials science expertise for beam-generation components, along with general mechanical engineering and subsystem design work. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary group of microwave, electrical, and mechanical engineers. The role calls for independent problem-solving, project leadership, hands-on experimental work, and effective collaboration across teams and with suppliers. The position is on-site in the Palo Alto office, with travel to the Mountain View facility. Siemens Healthineers describes itself as a global medical technology company with more than 72,000 employees in more than 70 countries. The base pay range is $160,500–$220,682; starting pay may vary based on geography, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications. Benefits, subject to eligibility, include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan, life and disability insurance, paid parking or public transportation, paid time off, and paid sick and safe time.

Requirements

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or a related engineering discipline.
Strong background in heat transfer.
Experience running heat-transfer simulations for thermomechanical stress and fatigue analyses, including FEA and CFD.
Hands-on aptitude and laboratory experience.
Familiarity with CAD software.
Ability to independently design, construct, debug, execute, and interpret experiments.
Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams and manage project timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s or Ph.D. degree preferred.
Additional experience in materials science, solid mechanics, and fluid dynamics.

Responsibilities

Research thermomechanical fatigue processes in electron accelerator system components and solve related design challenges.
Perform thermal, structural, and fluid-flow simulations.
Apply Design for X methodology, including manufacturability, reliability, and cost considerations.
Perform root cause analyses to understand failure mechanisms.
Design, construct, debug, execute, and interpret experiments.
Work with scientists, engineers, and suppliers to review and resolve difficult technical issues.
Provide support and expertise to Manufacturing and Field Service groups.
Provide scope, cost, and schedule estimates for research and engineering projects.
Coordinate resources needed to complete tasks or projects.
Improve documentation, baseline data, and processes.
Contribute to thermomechanical design and materials science aspects of beam-generation components, as well as general mechanical engineering and subsystem design work.