Cyclotron-Engineering Technician

Sofie Sarl - Decatur, IL

Full-time

Decatur, IL

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

The Cyclotron-Engineering Technician is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of equipment in SOFIE's PET radio pharmacy, which manufactures PET diagnostics. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining electro/mechanical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and providing technical support to other employees. The technician will also oversee third-party contractors and perform radiation safety duties as part of the facility's compliance program.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, non-routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on the cyclotron(s).
• Complete documentation related to maintenance activities per work instructions, including preventative maintenance, repair, and audit logs.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities on a schedule determined by the Tech Services management team.
• Perform diagnosis and repair on electronic equipment, electro-pneumatic systems, high vacuum systems, and high voltage systems.
• Provide timely information to supervisors regarding equipment operation and status.
• Maintain and repair all PET manufacturing equipment at the facility, including lead-shielded hot cells and radiosynthesizers.
• Oversee the work of third-party contractors on equipment related to manufacturing in collaboration with the Facility Manager.
• Perform radiation safety duties to ensure compliance with regulations under the Corporate and site RSO.
• Ensure compliance with all procedures and regulations within the site under the Quality Assurance program.
• Provide technical training and support to other employees.
• Operate the cyclotron(s) according to proper operating procedures when required by the manufacturing schedule.
• Provide after-hours on-call support to the site as needed.
• Submit all work tickets, time cards, and expense reports in a timely manner.

Requirements

• Associates degree in engineering technology or 2+ years experience as an electro-mechanical technician.
• Military training/experience is a plus.
• Working knowledge of digital and analog circuitry is a plus.
• Ability to troubleshoot electronics down to the component level is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings is required.
• Expert use of hand tools is required.
• Previous experience working in hazardous environments is required.
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout processes is required.
• Knowledge of radiation survey meters is a plus.
• Experience in diagnosis and repair of equipment failures is required.
• Experience with high voltage training is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cGMP practices and procedures is a plus.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions is required.
• Experience working with radioactive materials is a plus.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in protective clothing, operate in confined spaces, and lift a minimum of 50 lbs is required.
• Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation is required.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and dependability are required.
• Ability to work independently is required.
• Experience in Microsoft Suite is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Military training/experience
• Working knowledge of digital and analog circuitry
• Knowledge of radiation survey meters
• Experience with high voltage training
• Knowledge of basic cGMP practices and procedures
• Experience working with radioactive materials