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Overnight Linear Accelerator Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Hitachi Particle Engineering and Services, Inc. is the world's leading commercial supplier of ion linear accelerator systems. We specialize in the development, production, installation and servicing ...

... primarily its Linear accelerator. The RF systems, each including a low-level drive, high power ... Collaborate with other engineers and technical staff to develop and implement improvements to the ...

Radiation Therapist

East Syracuse, NY · On-site

$40 - $55.60/hr

RADIATION THERAPIST Operates linear accelerator and simulator and x-ray developer as directed by physicians. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to sufficiently pinpoint area for simulation and ...

CAD Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$27.50 - $30/hr

Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No CAD Engineer Company: Hitachi Particle ... radio frequency linear accelerator), which are used in Particle Beam Therapy systems and R&D ...

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How much do overnight linear accelerator engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight linear accelerator engineer in the United States is $154,224.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $143,000.00 and $167,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Overnight Linear Accelerator Engineer vs Radiation Therapist?

AspectOvernight Linear Accelerator EngineerRadiation Therapist
CredentialsEngineering degree, certification in medical physics or radiology technologyRadiation therapy certification, state licensure, associate or bachelor’s degree in radiation therapy
Work EnvironmentEngineering labs, maintenance areas, hospital technical departments, often overnight shiftsPatient treatment rooms, hospitals, clinics, typically daytime shifts but may include overnight shifts
Industry UsageMedical device companies, hospital technical teams, equipment maintenancePatient care, treatment planning, direct patient interaction

While both roles work within the healthcare industry involving radiation technology, the Overnight Linear Accelerator Engineer focuses on maintaining and troubleshooting linear accelerators from an engineering perspective, often during overnight hours. In contrast, Radiation Therapists operate the equipment directly for patient treatments, focusing on patient care and treatment delivery. Both roles require specialized certifications but differ significantly in daily responsibilities and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Linear Accelerator Engineer job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $154,224 per year, or $74.1 per hour.
PHYSICIST SENIOR - FULL TIME

PHYSICIST SENIOR - FULL TIME

Watson Clinic LLP

Lakeland, FL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago


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6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 38 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Essential Functions
Derives treatment plans for all HDR patients and performs daily QA checks for HDR unit.
Completes in a timely manner QA testing and fluence distribution reports for all IMRT plans generated
Assist Chief Physicist in checking / signing off on treatment plans created by dosimetrist.
Perform weekly physics chart checks for Lakeland facility.
Maintain all department licenses as required by State. Ensure all calibrations of radiation equipment are current and in compliance as required by State.
Assist Chief Physicist in management and treatment of prostate seed implant cases
Reviews daily quality assurance checks on linear accelerators. Monitor treatment machine operations and provide prompt resolution to minimize machine downtime.
Assist Chief Physicist in performing monthly spot-checks and annual quality assurance checks on linear accelerators.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Extensive mental demands. Highly technical work with a lot of numerical calculations. This person need to be able to stand or sit in a stationary position 50% of the time and move about the inside of the radiation therapy department to communicate with physicians, dosimetrist, and radiation therapists.
Travel
No travel is expected for this position.
Requirements
Required Education and Experience
Master of Science in Engineering, physics or mathematics. Must be board eligible.
Preferred Education and Experience
Prefer 6 months experience

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