Engineering Technician

Title Junior Cyclotron-Support Engineer I Location Sterling, VA Department Network Operations / Technical Services Reports To Cyclotron-Support Engineer Overview The Junior Cyclotron-Support Engineer I is a training position with dual responsibilities to the Cyclotron-Support Engineer duties and the Network Operations Group within a SOFIE radiopharmacy.

This training program provides readiness to become responsible for the front-line maintenance, routine checks, set-up, and operation of all PET manufacturing equipment at the facility.

This includes cyclotrons, radiosynthesizers, manipulator arms, etc.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities § Operate cyclotron(s), radiosynthesizers, and QC equipment per operating procedures.

§ Perform routine, non-routine, scheduled, and emergency maintenance on the cyclotron.

§ Participate in inspections, maintenance, and troubleshooting with senior Service personnel.

§ Complete Service tickets, time cards, and expense reports in a timely matter.

§ Maintain a clean, clutter free work and production area.

§ Aid in the implementation of all approved SOP changes with regards to the production and QC process.

§ Provide operation coverage up to but no more than 50% of your time, when required by schedule for cyclotron, chemistry modules, and QC equipment.

§ Other tasks as requested by supervisor.

Qualifications § Associates Degree in a Technical Discipline preferred or HS diploma with 1-2 years of experience servicing capital equipment required.

§ Knowledge of basic cGMP practices and procedures preferred.

§ Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings preferred.

§ Knowledge of basic electronic test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscope, and antenna analyzers) required.

§ Excellent communication skills, ability to be detail-oriented, and dependability required.

§ Occupational exposure to ionizing radiation required.

§ Experience with Microsoft Suite required.

§ Ability to lift 50 lbs required.

§ Travel: up to 10% required.