Principal Radiotherapy Electronics Engineer

We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Radiotherapy Electronics Engineer to participate in delivering a high quality maintenance & repair service to our Radiotherapy Service. This is an opportunity to join a team of highly experienced engineers. You will be educated to B.Sc. degree level or equivalent in electronics and electrical engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field of radiotherapy, working with linear accelerators (linacs).

Suitable applicants with less experience may be considered for appointment at a lower band.

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• Keep relevant scientific and technical records of work performed. In particular, ensure that the equipment management computer database is operated in an accurate, methodical manner with work being logged as it progresses until completion.
  
• Member of the team responsible for the day-to-day running of the PPM schedules for radiotherapy diagnostic and treatment machines and for keeping careful records of all the work performed.
  
• Prioritise work in accordance with the Department/Section's procedures and competing service demands. Propose changes to working practices and procedures within the Electronics Section.
  
• Assist other groups within the Department in the development and construction of new and novel devices to support clinical activity and research.
  
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, relevant Statutory Regulations, Approved Codes of Conduct and Local Rules. Report to the section Manager any potential breaches.
  
• Acquire specific knowledge on particular items of equipment. Ensure clients receive a high quality, prompt and efficient service and are kept up to date on the progress of their outstanding work.
  

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• Minimum 10 years of experience in radiotherapy maintenance and repair with linear accelerators (linacs).
  
• B.Sc. degree level or equivalent in electronics and electrical engineering.
  
• Experience working with high voltage systems, high vacuum systems, high power RF systems and circuits, cooling systems, microcontroller based systems, pressurised gas systems and complex mechanical systems.
  
• Knowledge of Varian TB linacs, Accuray Radixcts, Siemens CT unit, X-Strahl kV unit, Varian TB and Flexitron HDR brachytherapy unit.
  
• Working knowledge of the radiation physics department's scientific and technical services at Charing Cross Hospital (CHX) and Hammersmith Hospital (HH).
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment.
  

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• Career development, flexible working and wellbeing.
  
• Staff recognition scheme.
  
• Optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for on‑site leisure facilities.
  

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values – expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll experience like no other and will fast‑forward your career.

With five world‑renowned hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is full of opportunity if you are looking to develop your healthcare career. We are proud of our heritage in innovation and we are early adopters of new insights in technologies, techniques and treatments for improving health.

The Radiation Physics Department provides a full range of complex radiotherapy scientific and technical services at Charing Cross Hospital (CHX) and Hammersmith Hospital (HH). The major clinical equipment on the CHX site currently includes four Varian TB linacs, two of which are being replaced with two Accuray Radixcts, a Siemens CT unit and an X‑Strahl kV unit. There is an additional Varian TB and a Flexitron HDR brachytherapy unit at the HH.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.