Site Technical Leader

Mission

Summary/objective

Responsible for leading the technical performance of the IBA Proton Therapy System (PTS), maximizing system availability for patient treatment and quality assurance tests, overseeing the technical development and training of the Customer Service Engineers, and planning the execution of preventative and corrective maintenance.  The Site Technical leader (STL) is responsible for ensuring the on-site team operates the PTS in a safe and efficient manner that complies with all IBA global and regional, quality, regulatory and safety (QRS) policies and standards.

Challenges we trust you with

Supervise the Proton Therapy System (PTS) operations for various customer needs including but not limed to: Patient Treatment, Patient Specific QA, PTS Development, Software Testing, Troubleshooting, and customer experimentation.

• Coordinate and drive Troubleshooting on PTS including electrical, mechanical, physics, and software issues with proven methodologies.
• Schedule and coordinate resources (IBA employees and third-party vendors as needed) based on priorities for all operations and maintenance of the PTS, including but not limited to equipment updates and upgrades, preventative and corrective maintenance.
• Oversee daily system operations for the IBA staff as defined by the Site Manager.
• Ensure the site engineers maintain adequate records in accordance with all IBA and local requirements.
• Ensure technical training and certification of field engineers and assign appropriate training plans with support of training department.
• Coach engineers on component specialties, providing the necessary training for component proficiency.
• Support the PTS in all phases, which will include but not be limited to unit testing, integration testing, validation testing, preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, PTS updates and upgrades, and other various site related activities as they are defined by the Site Manager.

What we value

The job will take place at a specific IBA site.

IBA team members thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have demonstrated exceptional results through a range of different pursuits. We all tightly align with our company values of Care, Dare, Share, and Be Fair.  As we grow, we are looking to add talented people who are mission driven and bring diverse perspectives and new ways of solving problems.

At IBA, we deeply value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer by choice.  We consider all qualified applicants equally for employment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

And you also are:

• Able to lift >50 pounds overhead repeatedly.
• Able to bend, crouch, sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Able speak and hear American clearly.
• Climb stairs, and safely work at heights with a safety harness rated up to 300 pounds.

Additional expectations

• Work more than 40 hours per week and weekends when required, IBA Flexible Time Off (FTO) applies for recovery.
• Work with hazardous materials, high voltage, and pressurized gases.
• Travel occasionally, as necessary for training and/or meeting events.
• Occupational exposure to radiation, live electrical work, handling hazardous materials, and other occupational hazards pertaining to the maintenance of the Proton Therapy equipment.  IBA requires active and passive radiation monitoring to track your exposure levels to ensure compliance with IBA internal limits and applicable radiation laws.

• Special inoculation and immunization requirements are a condition of employment for working in a health care setting.  You may be required to obtain appropriate immunization against communicable diseases, which may include hepatitis B, tuberculosis, influenza, measles, mumps, rubella, pertussis, varicella, and COVID-19, as required by customers. However, IBA will consider accommodations for disabilities and religious-based reasons.

Required education, experience and skills

• B.S. in Engineering or Engineering Technology (or other equivalent and relevant work experience).
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience of at least 5 people.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to operate efficiently and effectively with a sense of urgency during a crisis.
• Electrical and Mechanical Systems, Software, Physics, Cyclotron

Additional eligibility preferences

• Project Management experience is a plus.
• LEAN maintenance is a plus.
• Service Max and SAP experience is a plus.

Eligible to work in the USA without any visa sponsoring.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.