Cyclotron Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

As a cyclotron engineer, your job is to repair and perform preventative maintenance on a cyclotron. A cyclotron is a particle accelerator normally used for physics and nuclear medicine. In this role, you test various components, document all repair procedures you perform, and ensure the cyclotron remains compliant with all regulatory standards. Many cyclotron engineers work in teams because these devices are usually too large and too complex for a single engineer to perform all the work and maintenance they require. This makes teamwork skills and the ability to coordinate repair efforts essential to your success in this position. There are only a limited number of cyclotrons in the country, most of which are in or near areas with electrical grids powerful enough to support them. You may need to move to get this job.

While both roles involve working with specialized equipment in healthcare settings, Cyclotron Engineers focus on designing, maintaining, and operating cyclotrons used for medical isotope production and research. Medical Equipment Technicians primarily repair and maintain various medical devices. The roles share some certifications and work environments but differ in technical focus and responsibilities.