Accelerator Operator
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Job Location:
Lansing, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Accelerator Operator
Who we are
We are a team of scientists engineers technicians and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration curiosity and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts cornhole ping-pong chili cook-offs and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life not just a living.
Who you are
You are a naturally curious and detail-oriented problem solver who thrives in technically complex high-responsibility environments. You enjoy understanding how systems work at a deep level and take pride in monitoring optimizing and troubleshooting sophisticated equipment to keep operations running smoothly.
Calm under pressure and methodical in your approach youre energized by diagnosing issues interpreting data and making thoughtful adjustments that improve performance and reliability. Youre a collaborative teammate who communicates clearly and builds trust across disciplines while also being a self-starter who takes ownership of your work.
You value precision safety and accountability and youre motivated by contributing to meaningful outcomes through disciplined operations continuous improvement and strong teamwork.
What you can expect to work on
The Accelerator Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a linear accelerator to support continuous radioisotope production. This position monitors and optimizes beam performance troubleshoots system issues maintains control systems and ensures compliance with GMP and radiation safety standards.
- Monitor real-time linear accelerator performance including beam parameters radiation levels and system diagnostics using advanced control software and instrumentation
- Operate and adjust control systems to optimize production cycles troubleshooting anomalies to minimize downtime and ensure product quality
- Conduct routine system checks calibrations and preventive maintenance on electrical controls PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and associated hardware
- Collaborate with physicists engineers and technicians to implement operational protocols and respond to production demands
- Maintain detailed logs of operations incidents and maintenance activities in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and radiation safety guidelines
- Respond to alarms and emergencies executing shutdown procedures and coordinating with safety teams to mitigate risks
- Participate in shift rotations including potential evenings or weekends to support 24/7 production needs
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as updating control algorithms or integrating new monitoring technologies
What you need to succeed
- Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork Courage Integrity and Upright Zeal
- Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization appreciates the history of current state know how and when to make suggestions as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state
- Understands your own communication and learning styles can assess others styles and is able to find the right path to best connect with colleagues
- Associates degree or equivalent in electrical engineering technology industrial controls physics or related discipline
- 2 years of hands-on experience in electrical systems industrial automation or control room operations
- Strong foundational knowledge in engineering principles including circuit theory control systems and basic physics
- Proficiency with control software SCADA systems or similar interfaces; familiarity with tools like oscilloscopes multimeters and diagnostic equipment
- Displays excellent interpersonal written and oral communication skills
- Possesses ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while meeting deadlines
- Is a resilient self-starter who learns and acts quickly and has keen attention to detail
Great to have
- Bachelors degree in electrical engineering technology industrial controls physics or a related discipline
- Prior experience working with particle accelerators cyclotrons or similar high-energy physics equipment
- Certification in industrial controls (e.g. ISA Certified Control Systems Technician) or radiation safety (e.g. NRRPT)
- Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing or radiochemistry with understanding of isotope production processes
- Experience with data analysis tools (e.g. MATLAB LabVIEW) for optimizing accelerator performance
Other things to know
- Full-time position
- Niowaves standard operating hours are Monday Friday 6:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
- This position will be assigned to a shift rotation
- Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role
Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your background and experience as it relates to this position.
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