Proton Therapy Systems Service Engineer Intern

IBA Proton Therapy

Kansas City (KS)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 30,000

Part time

4 days ago

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Job summary

IBA Proton Therapy in Kansas City is seeking a Service Engineer Intern to gain hands‑on experience operating and maintaining the Proton Therapy System (PTS). You will assist with troubleshooting, routine preventative maintenance, and system inspections, while supporting hardware and software testing across multiple site phases.

The role offers exposure to QA development and integration testing, with on‑site work and potential relocation not provided.

Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree in Engineering, Physics, or other applicable fields.
Relevant coursework or hands‑on experience in electrical/mechanical system repair, troubleshooting, or maintenance is a plus.
General knowledge of/experience with MS Suite: Excel, Word, Access, Outlook, Teams, etc.
Basic knowledge or interest in Cyclotrons, Electronics, Mechanical Systems, Software Analysis, X‑Ray Systems, Positioning Equipment, Cooling Systems, Vacuum Systems, PLC’s (Siemens), Regulation Loops, Drivers, Sensors, Electric Motors, Radars, High Voltage Equipment, Power Supplies, Proton Therapy Systems, etc.

Responsibilities

Assist in the maintenance and deployment of the Proton Therapy System (PTS) for various customer needs, including QA Development, Software/Hardware Testing, and Troubleshooting.
Support troubleshooting of PTS equipment, including electrical, mechanical, and software issues.
Participate in routine preventative maintenance and system upgrades as necessary.
Conduct system inspections and assist in communicating the status of the system to leadership and IBA employees.
Provide support for PTS Hardware and Software testing.
Help with daily clinical operations for the customer clinical staff as defined by the Site Manager and Site Technical Leader (STL).
Maintain adequate records as defined by the customer and Site Manager in accordance with company QA and FDA regulations.
Support PTS in unit testing, integration testing, validation testing, and other various site‑related activities.
Assist and learn from experienced team members, gaining knowledge in a career progression path.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.