Career Opportunity
Field Service Engineer – Midwest
Position Overview
States of residence include Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, Kansas, Missouri and Mississippi
We are seeking a highly motivated Field Service Engineer to support the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of advanced radiation detection and nuclear measurement systems. This role requires a self-driven technical professional who can work independently in customer environments while delivering exceptional service and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform on-site installation, configuration, calibration, and testing of complex radiation detection and measurement systems.
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and system-level issues to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with technical support and engineering teams to resolve advanced system faults and improve performance.
- Provide customer training and operational familiarization on installed equipment and software applications.
- Document all service activities, repairs, and field findings through detailed service reports and logs.
- Maintain a professional customer-facing presence and ensure a positive client experience during all engagements.
- Support in-house equipment troubleshooting and repair activities as needed.
- Provide remote technical assistance via phone and email.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Strong technical aptitude with a background in electronics, mechanical systems, physics, nuclear technology, or related scientific disciplines.
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
- Highly organized with solid computer and reporting skills.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently or collaboratively within a team environment.
- Ability to follow and adhere to all safety procedures and protocols.
- Ability to lift and transport equipment weighing 50+ pounds.
- Willingness to travel regionally up to 70%.
- Valid driver’s license required.
Preferred Experience
- Experience working with radiation detection instrumentation and spectroscopy systems.
- Familiarity with gamma spectroscopy, alpha/beta counting systems, and radiation monitoring equipment.
- Understanding of nuclear physics and radiation detection principles.
- Experience with technical software platforms, reporting tools, and database systems.
- Knowledge of SQL databases, reporting software, or data management tools is a plus.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex systems down to the modular or component level.
- Prior military nuclear power program experience is highly desirable.
Education & Experience
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field preferred.
- Equivalent technical training and hands-on field experience will also be considered.
- 1–3 years of experience in a technical field service, maintenance, or customer support role preferred.
- Strong customer service background with experience supporting technical systems and equipment.
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