Field Service Technician

PCT Ebeam and Integration in Davenport, IA is seeking 2 Field Service Technicians to provide support for testing, troubleshooting, repair and rebuild of electron beams. This position applies knowledge of mechanical and electrical processes such as high voltage, high vacuum, PLC controls, printed circuit board operation, hydraulic and pneumatic assembly. Travels on short notice for repair, calibration and installation of customer equipment in both domestic and international locations. Some of the duties are:

1. Troubleshoots ebeam electron beam processors by identifying the malfunction's root cause and determining the feasibility and scope of repair based on time and budget constraints. 
2. Troubleshoots both electrical and mechanical systems and components.
3. Repairs or replaces defective parts, reassemble, calibrate, adjust and certify serviceability of overhauled or modified equipment.
4. Tests and calibrates ebeam printed circuit boards using test equipment and written procedures and guidelines.
5. Reads and understands both electrical and mechanical drawings.
6. Responsible for familiarity and expertise on the design, assembly and operation of all ebeam product lines.
7. When necessary assists in assembling, testing and installing ebeam components such as feed thru, cathode, copper window and high vacuum system and control system components.
8. Assists in performing point-to-point wiring checks, and power up of new or rebuilt ebeam processor using test equipment and written procedures.
9. Powers up, tests and commissions new ebeam systems on customer sites.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience

Typically, a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) or equal accredited college; or an associate's degree or equivalent experience from an ABET or equal accredited college and 2 years' experience in a related field; or a high school diploma or equivalent and 4 years' experience in a related field.

A minimum of 4 years' troubleshooting experience on electronic and mechanical equipment in an industrial and/or military environment. 

Ability to read, monitor and troubleshoot PLC programs - Siemens and Rockwell experience preferred. Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, industrial and safety standards (NEC, IEC, NEMA, NFPA, ISA, ANSI, OSHA). 

Ability to interpret drawings/prints and schematic diagrams and use these to troubleshoot and repair systems. Electron Beam or medical x-ray maintenance experience is a plus.

Language Ability

Strong communication skills within the company and project teams, including the use of e-mail and voicemail. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Math Ability

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to use both standard and metric measurement systems.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Advanced knowledge of electrical/mechanical theory and practice.

Travel

Project related travel to customer sites is required, including overseas travel. Ability to obtain current driver's license and passport required.