Microwave and Linac Scientist

Siemens Healthineers AG; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 153,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parking/Transit

Paid Time Off

Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

Siemens Healthineers is seeking a microwave and Linac engineer for onsite work in Palo Alto with 50% travel to Mountain View. You will design Linac and microwave components, collaborate across disciplines, and provide technical support to manufacturing and field service teams.

Requirements include BS/MS in Physics or Microwave Engineering and 3+ years of Linac/high-power microwave experience, with strong problem-solving and lab skills. The role emphasizes teamwork and hands-on troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Physics, Microwave Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years designing, constructing and maintaining Linacs and high-power microwave systems.
• Experience operating relevant lab equipment.
• Strong team player with ability to work independently.
• Excellent problem-solving and cross-disciplinary communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Linac and microwave component design and data collection.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to solve technical issues.
• Provide technical support on Linac and microwave projects.
• Support Manufacturing and Field Service Engineering groups.
• Coordinate resources to complete tasks or projects.
• Improve documentation, baseline data and procedures.
• Provide scope, cost and schedule estimates for projects.

Skills

RF chain knowledge

Linac knowledge

Lab equipment experience

Team player

Problem solving

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Physics, Microwave Engineering or similar field

Tools

CST Microwave Studio

Network Analyzers

Power Meters

Job description

Join us in pioneering breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.
Our inspiring and caring environment forms a global community that celebrates diversity and individuality. We encourage you to step beyond your comfort zone, offering resources and flexibility to foster your professional and personal growth, all while valuing your unique contributions.

We are looking for a microwave and linear accelerator (Linac) engineer with expertise in elements of the RF chain for powering electron Linacs. The candidate should have familiarity with linear accelerators and key elements of the RF chain, such as magnetrons, klystrons and circulators. In addition, the candidate should be proficient in the use of relevant diagnostic techniques and equipment, such as network analyzers and power meters, for example, and be proficient at commercial microwave and electromagnetic beam transport simulation software, such as CST.This will be an onsite role in Palo Alto office with 50% travelling requirements to Mountain View facility.
We are looking for a team player who combines a solid technical background with a practical mindset and hands‑on aptitude. Ability to collaborate effectively in a multi‑disciplinary team is essential, as are strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to efficiently manage project timelines.

Responsibilities will include

• Linac & Microwavecomponent design work and data collection.
• Work with other scientists and engineers to review and solve difficult technical issues.
• Serve as a technical support onLinac & microwave projects and as a resource to other related projects at Varian.
• Provide support and expertise to Manufacturing and Field Service Engineering groups.
• Coordinate resources needed to complete a task or project.
• Improve documentation, baseline data and operating and maintenance procedures.
• Provide scope, cost and schedule estimates for research and engineering projects.

Job Requirements

• BS/MS in Physics, Microwave Engineering or similar field
• 3+ years of relevant experience in the design, construction, implementation and maintenance of Linacs and high power microwave systems
• Experience operating relevant lab equipment
• Highly motivated team player who can also work independently
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to interact effectively with experts in multiple disciplines.

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Who we are

We are a team of more than 72,000 highly dedicated Healthineers in more than 70 countries. As a leader in medical technology, we constantly push the boundaries to create better outcomes and experiences for patients, no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio is crucial for clinical decision‑making and treatment pathways.

How we work:

When you join Siemens Healthineers, you become one in a global team of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists, who believe in each individual’s potential to contribute with diverse ideas. We are from different backgrounds, cultures, religions, political and/or sexual orientations, and work together, to fight the world’s most threatening diseases and enable access to care, united by one purpose: to pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

To find out more about Siemens Healthineers businesses, please visit our company page here.

The base pay range for this position is:

$111,460 - $153,252

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

If this is a commission eligible position the commission eligibility will be in accordance with the terms of the Company's plan. Commissions are based on individual performance and/or company performance.

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• medical insurance
• dental insurance
• vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• paid parking/public transportation
• paid time off
• paid sick and safe time

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