Field Service Engineer 2 - LINAC Machines

Chicago, IL
Job Description — Field Service Engineer II (LINAC) | Direct Hire (W2)
Position: Field Service Engineer II (FSE II) – Linear Accelerators (LINAC)
Employment Type: Direct Hire (W2) | Full-time (40 hrs/week)
Territories / Locations (multiple openings):
  1. Boise, ID
  2. Hartford, CT
  3. Cedar Rapids, IA
  4. Chicago, IL
  5. Philadelphia, PA
  6. Washington, DC (2 openings)
  7. Grand Rapids, MI
  8. Detroit/Ann Arbor, MI
  9. Oklahoma City, OK
  10. Springfield, MA
Compensation: $110,000–$120,000 base salary (Flexible/Negotiable DOE)
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k)
Vehicle: Company vehicle (Nissan SUV) or mileage option
Relocation: Available for out-of-area candidates (case-by-case)
Company Overview:
Our client has 25+ years of experience as an independent service provider within the radiation therapy and medical equipment industry, focusing on patient-centered and quality-driven solutions .
About the Role:
We’re hiring a Field Service Engineer II to service and support radiation oncology linear accelerators (LINACs)in the field. This is a Level II role designed for engineers who can diagnose, maintain, and repair systems independently on customer sites , with a strong focus on minimizing downtime and delivering high-touch customer support in clinical environments.
Success in this position is measured by reducing mean time to repair —from the initial service call through resolution and customer confirmation.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform on-site service, repair, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting on assigned LINAC systems (hardware/software as applicable).
  • Diagnose electro-mechanical, electronic, and system-level failures and determine the most cost-effective resolution to reduce customer downtime.
  • Act as the primary technical point of contact for assigned accounts; build trust with clinical teams and stakeholders.
  • Document service activity, troubleshooting steps, and parts usage accurately in internal systems.
  • Maintain and manage spare parts inventory for assigned sites (including replenishment of customer kits where applicable).
  • Provide remote/phone technical support as needed to support customers and/or other field engineers.
  • Maintain current technical knowledge, documentation, and safe work practices.
Required Qualifications
  • 2+ years of hands-on field service experience with Varian TrueBeam (minimum requirement).
  • Ability to work independently in the field and complete diagnostics/repairs without direct supervision.
  • Strong background in electronic and electro-mechanical troubleshooting and test equipment use (verification/calibration).
  • Working knowledge of PC-based systems; ability to identify and repair routine software and network-related issues.
  • Strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset (clinical/professional environment).
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and work on equipment requiring standing, dexterity, and use of small tools/parts.
  • Willingness to travel (domestic and occasional international travel may be required).
Preferred Qualifications
  • Elekta experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with CRM/ERP tools (e.g., Salesforce) and strong comfort with Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
Schedule / On-Call Expectations
  • On-call coverage 24/7/365(rotation/assignment details discussed during interview).
  • Engineers typically support 2–3 machines on average (varies by territory and business needs).
Posted 2026-06-29

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