Anode Development Engineer

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Summary

This role will be responsible for the design, development, and manufacturing processes of rotating x-ray tube anodes, including braze/diffusion bonding and heat treatment processes. This includes troubleshooting issues that arise during development and during day-to-day operations. It will also involve supporting process improvements and the introduction of new processes.

Job Description

The ideal candidate for this role will have significant experience with High Temperature Vacuum Brazing.

Relocation package available (Salt Lake City)

Also, a strong candidate for this position is a highly analytical and detail-focused development and/or process engineer who is passionate about product development, continuous improvement, and achieving operational excellence. It is preferred that they have strong skills in anode development and manufacturing, as well as heat treatment, braze, and diffusion-bonding experience. They should be familiar with and capable of qualifying new parts/processes and be able to effectively diagnose the root causes of process or production challenges. The candidate should excel in collaborating across functions to conduct root cause analyses, implement sustainable corrective actions, and lead initiatives to enhance productivity.

Role Overview:

Responsible for ensuring that material fabrication, braze, and heat treatment processes meet quality requirements and operational objectives. This will include:

• Design and development of anode technology and components
• Product and material specifications and collaboratively working with procurement.
• Implementing new processes in collaboration with other engineering and support groups.
• Generating work instructions and operating procedures for furnaces and braze preparation and application.
• Ensuring that all braze and heat treatment processes comply with quality requirements, conduct investigations, and implement corrective actions as required.
• As required, preparing technical specifications for the purchase and/or upgrading of braze and heat treatment equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Experience with High Temperature Vacuum Brazing
• B.S. degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or Metallurgy
• 7+ years experience in the aerospace or materials processing industries
• Knowledge of metallurgical & chemical processes used in the vacuum and furnace industries

Environment and Physical Demands

Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.

• Medium work that will occasionally require employee to lift/move up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift more than 2 lbs. to greater than 5 lbs.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving heavy equipment and/or supplies occasionally.
• Reaching below the shoulder occasionally.
• Above-average agility and dexterity with the ability to hold, grasp and manipulate small parts and use hand and power tools occasionally.
• Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) and handle physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, walking, bending, crouching, stretching, reaching, repetitive motion, or similar activities.
• Work environments include exposure to chemicals.

Time Type:

Full time

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

N/A

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

Benefits and Perks

Varex Imaging provides competitive pay and benefits to support the financial, physical, and emotional well-being of the people who make our company successful.

• Medical Insurance

• Dental/Vision

• 10 Paid Holidays

• PTO

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• 401K match

• Paid Parental Leave

• Short & Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Competitive Pay

• Flexible Schedules

• Variety of Shift Options

• Free Safety Shoes

• Friendly Work Environment

• On-site Cafeteria, Company Nurse, Credit Union, and Gym

• Free Coffee and Soda

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Employee Discounts

• EV Charging Stations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.