Linear Accelerator Service Engineer (LINAC) - Chicago
Job Summary
Job Title: Field Service Engineer, Linear Accelerator (LINAC)Location: Chicago, IL (Full-time, Permanent)
Salary: $115,000 to $155,000 plus Comprehensive Benefits and Relocation Assistance
About the Company: A leading independent medical equipment service provider is expanding its oncology service team in the Chicago area. The company partners with hospitals and cancer centers to deliver high quality service solutions, ensuring critical radiation therapy equipment remains reliable, compliant, and operating at peak performance.
Role Overview:As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of Linear Accelerators at customer sites throughout the Chicago region. This field based position involves regular travel to hospitals and cancer treatment facilities, where you will diagnose complex technical issues, complete detailed service documentation, and ensure equipment meets all clinical and safety standards.
Key Requirements:Strong background in electronics or electromechanical engineering Proven experience servicing and repairing medical Linear Accelerators
Ability to read electrical schematics and utilize diagnostic software tools
Willingness to travel throughout the greater Chicago area as required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
Ideal Candidate: Comfortable working independently in clinical environments
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and problem solving skillsCustomer focused with a professional and dependable approach
Able to remain calm under pressure and resolve technical issues efficiently