Particle Therapy: the next frontier in cancer therapy.
IBA is the undisputed leader in particle therapy, acknowledged to be the most precise and effective clinical radiotherapy method in the selective destruction of cancer cells. To date, more than 25 world renowned medical institutions have built a Particle Therapy Center with IBA.
IBA : opening new ways in the fight against cancer.
IBA is a cancer diagnostics and treatment company and the worldwide technology leader in the field of proton therapy. The Company’s expertise lies in the development of next generation proton therapy technologies and radiopharmaceuticals that provide oncology care providers with premium quality services and equipment, including IBA’s leading fully integrated IntegraLab® radiopharmacy system, and Dosimetry advanced solutions for Quality Assurance of medical equipment and increased patient safety.
Headquartered in Belgium and employing more than 1,500 people worldwide, IBA currently has installed systems across Europe and the US and is expanding into emerging markets.
The Company is focused on providing solutions in the fight against cancer.
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced Engineer to join our dynamic team responsible for operating and maintaining our proton therapy site. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable and professionally polished in aspects of electrical, mechanical, and industrial engineering. Someone seeking a challenge with a "logical" mentality that also likes to work with his/her hands to realize a systematic approach to finding solutions.
What you'll be doing?

• Operate the Proton Therapy System (PTS) for various customer needs, which will include but not be limited to: Patient Treatment, Patient Specific QA, Development, Software Testing, Troubleshooting, and Experimentation.
• Troubleshoot PTS equipment including electrical, mechanical, and software problems.
• Maintenance of the PTS including but not limited to routine preventative maintenance, system upgrades, and corrective maintenance as necessary.
• Perform system inspections and clearly communicate the status of the system to the customer as well as to IBA employees.
• Provide support to PTS Hardware and Software testing as well as new developments.
• Support daily clinical operations for the customer clinical staff as defined by the site manager and in accordance with site policies.
• Maintain adequate records as defined by the customer and site manager in accordance with company QA and FDA regulations.
• Support the PTS in all phases, which will include but not be limited to: unit testing, integration testing, validation testing and other various site related activities as the site manager defines them.

What you need to qualify for this position?

• BS in Engineering (or other equivalent field or relevant work experience).
• Experience in electronics/electrical system troubleshooting required.
• Candidate must have experience in several of the following fields: Proton Therapy, Cyclotrons, Electronics, Mechanical Systems, Software Analysis, X-Ray Systems, Positioning Equipment, Cooling Systems, Vacuum Systems, PLC’s (Siemens), Regulation Loops, Drivers, Sensors, Electric Motors, High Voltage Equipment, Power Supplies, etc.
• Electrical/Mechanical system repair, maintenance, and operations of large integrated systems is a plus.
• Experience in LEAN maintenance and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) is a plus.

Computer Skills:

• General Knowledge of Microsoft products such as Excel, Word, Access, Outlook etc. are a must.
• Basic knowledge of LINUX systems, SAP, Siemens Step 7, and Service Max is a plus.

Behavioral Characteristics:

• Detail oriented
• Takes initiative without being directed
• Good customer service mentality
• Strong commitment to teamwork
• Patient
• Works well under pressure

Physical Demands and Requirements:

• Rotating shift work including nights and weekends is required.
• Good manual dexterity and ability to work with tools.
• Ability to lift >50 pounds repeatedly.
• Ability to hear and speak English clearly.
• Ability to access and work within confined spaces.
• Occupational exposure to radiation, live electrical work, working at heights, handling hazardous materials, and other occupational hazards pertaining to the maintenance of the Proton Therapy System.
• Work with high voltage equipment and magnetic fields.
• Required to attend training in Dallas, TX for three months upon hiring.
• Work onsite with less than 10% travel per year (after initial training).
• The position is a professional position and the conduct of such a position should be the basic expectation.
• More than 40 hours per week is sometimes required.
• Perform the essential functions of the job
  • Working at heights which includes 4 feet or higher
  • Climbing ladders
  • Standing, sitting or stooping for long periods of time

IBA offers you the opportunity to realize great achievements in the fight against cancer. Our employees are perceived as passionate, pragmatic and result oriented people dedicated to develop leading edge technologies to protect, enhance and save lives !
If you are stimulated by multicultural challenges, we offer you the opportunity to join a team of more than 40 nationalities working on more than 45 different sites on 3 continents.
IBA offers you a competitive performance based compensation package and a flexible work environment. You have real possibilities to evolve within IBA's worldwide, leading organization and to create your own career path, supported by training programs to acquire new skills and ensure they stay sharp.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer IBA is committed to a diverse workforce.
What's in it for you?

• IBA offers you a competitive performance-based compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401K, etc.)
• Amazing possibilities to evolve within IBA worldwide.
• Leading organization with the ability to create your own career path.
• IBA offers you the roadmap to great achievements in the fight against cancer.

So, if you are a great Engineer as well as a problem-solver, if you like to challenge yourself to identify solutions that are out of the box, and you like working with your hands, please APPLY now!!!
“We Engineer HOPE”