Cyclotron Engineer

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
60 Blossom Street (Show on map)
Jul 23, 2025
Summary: Oversees the cyclotron to ensure reliable production and operations, facilitating and conducting repairs and other engineering responsibilities for the cyclotron. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions: -Diagnose cyclotron issues and conduct and facilitate repairs and preventative maintenance, in conjunction with vendor as needed. -Work with cyclotron subsystems, such as high-voltage systems, vacuum systems, and liquid and gas transport system. - Perform all routine maintenance, calibration, and repair tasks for the cyclotron, the supporting electromechanical systems, target systems, and the software. - Maintain a balance of in-house spare parts and vendor supplied components to maximize the uptime available of all equipment. - Assist production staff and researchers in promptly troubleshooting cyclotron operation and targetry problems as they arise. - Assist production staff and researchers in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of automated radiosynthesizers. -Contribute to standard operating procedures for all cyclotron processes. -Collaborate with researchers and support cyclotron-related research projects. -Track, analyze and report out on cyclotron data. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: - Knowledge of use of tools, multi meters, and soldering. - Working knowledge of cyclotron operations. - Working knowledge of radiation safety pertaining to high radiation areas. - Proficient in use of required tools and measurement devices for operating and working on cyclotron. - Good attention to detail. - Solid organizational skills. Education: Associate degree, technical certification, or relevant trade school background preferred or Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering with hands on experience Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes Experience: Proven hands-on experience working with mechanical and/or electrical systems in a technical, trade, or engineering environment required Strong mechanical aptitude with experience using a variety of hand and power tools required Experience with cyclotron operations and engineering 0-2 years preferred Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.