Materials Scientist

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We are looking for a versatile and well-rounded materials scientist with a solid background in metallurgy, heat transfer and mechanical design principles to join our linear accelerator systems group. This position is within the hardware group for the radiation producing subsystem on Varian Radiation Therapy machines. As such, the candidate will become part of a small interdisciplinary team that also includes electrical engineers and physicists. The candidate will primarily be responsible for the thermomechanical design of x-ray targets, metallurgical/material science aspects on beam generation components, as well as general mechanical engineering and design work on the sub-system.

The candidate should be a creative problem solver and have a solid background in materials science (especially metallurgy), heat transfer, solid mechanics, finite element analysis, and precision design. The successful candidate needs to be able to independently design, construct, debug, execute and interpret experiments and effectively collaborate with subject matter experts in other disciplines.

We are looking for a team player who combines a strong and broad technical background with superb practical hands-on aptitude and project leadership skills. The ability to collaborate effectively in a multi-disciplinary and cross-functional team is essential, as are the ability to efficiently manage project timelines and supplier collaborations in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities will include

• Research and understand thermomechanical fatigue and metallurgical processes inside x-ray targets.
• Solve a variety of design challenges on linear accelerator systems, such as precision alignment problems, thermal analyses and material science questions.
• Perform thermal, structural and fluid flow simulations
• Employ Design for X methodology, including manufacturability, reliability and cost
• Perform root cause analyses to understand failure mechanisms
• Design, execute and interpret experiments
• Work with other scientists, engineers and suppliers to review and solve difficult technical issues.
• Provide support and expertise to Manufacturing and Field Service groups
• Provide scope, cost and schedule estimates for research and engineering projects. Coordinate resources needed to complete a task or project.
• Improve documentation, baseline data and processes.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Materials Science or Mechanical Engineering (MS/PhD preferred)
• Strong background in Material Science (especially metallurgy), Heat Transfer, Solid Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics; experience in brazing/metal-bonding techniques is a big plus
• Experience running simulations (heat transfer, CFD, FEA, …)
• Hands-on aptitude and lab experience, including SEM & EDS
• Mechanical design experience (incl. familiarity with CAD software)
• Highly motivated and ability to work independently
• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Ability to interact effectively with experts in multiple disciplines

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The base pay range for this position is:

Min $155,900 - Max $233,840

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

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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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