Senior Electrical/Systems Engineer – High Power RF Systems

591x Varian Medical Systems, Inc.; United States; In loco; USD 161.000 - 221.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parking/public transportation

Paid time off

Paid sick and safe time

Descrizione del lavoro

Siemens Healthineers is seeking an experienced engineer to advance the pulsed‑power subsystem for radiation oncology hardware in a Palo Alto, onsite role with travel to Mountain View. You will define, test, integrate, and optimize RF pulsed power electronics while collaborating with RF, controls, and linac teams.

The role emphasizes hands‑on hardware work, failure analysis, and leadership of test campaigns to mature proof‑of‑concept hardware into reliable products.

Competenze

• MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in hardware system testing, design integration, validation, troubleshooting, and production test support of high voltage and power systems.
• Experience operating lab equipment and diagnostic instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, probes, power supplies, data acquisition systems, interlock systems, and automated test tools.
• Demonstrated ability to independently create test plans, execute structured validation activities, analyze test data, document results, and communicate risk‑based recommendations.
• Ability to interact effectively with experts in multiple disciplines.

Mansioni

• Lead hardware system integration, bring‑up, and validation for high‑voltage, pulsed power systems with RF, controls, and linac teams.
• Develop and execute unit‑level test plans, integration procedures, and regression tests.
• Translate system requirements into design specs, acceptance criteria, test fixtures, data collection methods, and validation reports.
• Provide project management for R&D projects.
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting and root cause analysis for component, interface, and system‑level failures.
• Support manufacturing, production and field service as SME and prepare documentation for handoff.

Conoscenze

High‑voltage hardware

Test plan development

Root cause analysis

Cross‑disciplinary collaboration

Hands‑on troubleshooting

Formazione

MS/PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field

Strumenti

Oscilloscopes

Probes

Data acquisition systems

Interlock systems

Power supplies

Descrizione del lavoro

Role Overview

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 motivated engineer or scientist to join our Beam Generation Group, which develops the radiation-producing subsystem at the heart of Varian Radiation Oncology machines. Our products use high-energy x-rays generated by linear accelerators to treat cancer patients around the world. This role focuses on the definition, integration, testing, and optimization of RF pulsed power electronics to ensure reliable system-level performance. The ideal candidate has experience with electrical hardware, prototype system integration, and failure analysis. Expertise in areas such as power electronics, RF systems, high-voltage equipment, or pulsed power will stand out. The primary focus is on maturing proof-of-concept hardware into robust, reliable products. Successful candidates can independently plan and execute tests, analyze results, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions in collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams. We are looking for a team-player who combines a strong technical background with superb practical hands‑on aptitude and project leadership skills. The ability to efficiently manage project timelines and supplier collaborations in a demanding environment is crucial. This will be an onsite role in Palo Alto office with 50% travelling requirements to Mountain View facility.

Responsibilities

• Lead hardware system integration, bring-up, and validation activities for high-voltage, pulsed power systems, collaborating with RF, controls, and linac teams.
• Develop and execute unit-level test plans, integration procedures, verification and regression test activities.
• Translate system requirements into design specifications, acceptance criteria, test fixtures designs, data collection methods, and validation reports.
• Provide project management for R&D projects.
• Perform hands‑on troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective action for component, interface, and system‑level failures.
• Support manufacturing, production and field service as SME (subject matter expert) Support the creation of documentation and materials for manufacturing and service handoff.

Requirements

• MS/Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Applied/Engineering Physics, or similar field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in hardware system testing, system design integration, validation, troubleshooting, and production test support of high voltage and power systems
• Experience operating relevant lab equipment and diagnostic instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, probes, power supplies, data acquisition systems, interlock systems, and automated test tools.
• Demonstrated ability to independently create test plans, execute structured validation activities, analyze test data, document results, and communicate risk‑based recommendations.
• Ability to interact effectively with experts in multiple disciplines.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills #LI-CORP1

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.

Base Pay

The base pay range for this position is: $160,500 - $220,682 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.

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Siemens Healthineers is an Equal Opportunity and Affluent Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law. EEO is the Law: Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

Export Control

Export Control: “A successful candidate must be able to work with controlled technology in accordance with US export control law.” “It is Siemens Healthineers’ policy to comply fully and completely with all United States export control laws and regulations, including those implemented by the Department of Commerce through the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), by the Department of State through the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), and by the Treasury Department through the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions regulations.”

Company Culture

We are a team of 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.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world.

We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.