Analytical X-ray Systems Specialist, XRF
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Rigaku
Calgary
Summary
Install, maintain, and repair analytical X-ray equipment and related electronic devices. Perform preventive maintenance, execute performance protocols, and provide on-site troubleshooting for customers.
Job Description
Join Rigaku in shaping a better world through new perspectives!
This position will involve the installation; maintenance and repair of Analytical X-ray Equipment, X-ray HV Power Supplies, X-ray Detection Devices, Automation Devices, CCD Cameras, Cryogenic Equipment, and other relate devices. This position requires a large amount of travel Monday thru Friday with the possibility of some weekend and holiday work. Compensation will consist of both salary and performance-based incentive programs commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities
§ Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and basic service on our systems. Preventive maintenance involves verification of system performance, execution of detailed preventive maintenance protocols and final verification that the instrument performs to Rigaku’s specification.
§ Basic troubleshooting on-site using Digital Voltmeter (DVM).
§ Qualify the instrument after service repair by executing operational and performance protocols including running verifications.
§ Makes travel arrangements and generates individual expense reports.
§ Secure customer’s acceptance of the preventive maintenance or repair.
§ Coordinate customer WebEx sessions, phone support, and lab or fab facility inspection.
§ Attend certified Rigaku product training in Rigaku factory.
§ Communicate and work closely with service/support centers.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
§ B.S. Degree or equivalent experience.
§ Minimum 3 years' experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electro-mechanical and/or electronic equipment.
§ Working knowledge of MS Office.
§ Basic understanding of network interfacing.
§ Valid Driver’s license.
§ Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical issues in an easy-to-understand manner.
§ General understanding of analog electronics, high voltage circuitry/circuits, laser technology, and high vacuum systems.
§ Customer focus and interaction and ability to interact and communicate with scientists who typically possess a Ph.D. (or Master’s Degree) in Biochemistry, Biophysics or Microbiology.
§ Strong organizational and prioritizing skills.
§ Ability to work independently yet has a team focus.
§ Must be responsive and reliable.
§ Ability to travel on a routine basis and maintain a current Passport/ VISA as required for international travel.
§ Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
§ Able to manipulate small hand tools.
Rigaku offers a rewarding work environment and excellent benefits. All applicants are kept in strict confidence. Benefits package including Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life insurance, section 125 flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan and more. Rigaku is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Applicants must be able to prove they can legally work in the US.
Since its inception in 1951, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Today, with hundreds of major innovations to their credit, the Rigaku Group of Companies are world leaders in the fields of general X-ray diffraction (XRD), thin film analysis (XRF, XRD and XRR), X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (TXRF, EDXRF and WDXRF), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), protein and small molecule X-ray crystallography, Raman spectroscopy, X-ray optics, semiconductor metrology (TXRF, XRF, XRD and XRR), X-ray sources, computed tomography, nondestructive testing and thermal analysis.
With Rigaku's vast understanding of X-ray and its complementary technologies as a foundation, our true strength is seen in an unparalleled willingness to collaborate with customers. By promoting partnerships, dialog, and innovation within the global scientific and industrial communities, Rigaku demonstrates a relentless commitment to providing our client markets with fully integrated solutions.
The company and its employees are dedicated to developing and supplying universities, industry, and government labs with the ultimate in customer-focused integrated solutions across a wide variety of disciplines, including structural proteomics, nanoengineering research, general purpose X-ray diffraction (XRD) and spectroscopy (XRF), materials analysis and quality assurance.
Whether supplying the tools to create better semiconductor chips, enabling drug discovery, improving production line quality, or exploring the new frontier of nanotechnology, Rigaku products and services lead with innovation.
Rigaku employs over 1,400 people worldwide in operations based in Japan, the U.S., Europe and China. We value our people. Our value comes from them. Close collaboration between our users and employees sets the direction and focus of our work, allowing us to address customers' needs and stay close to the market place.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Tokyo, Shibuya
Since its inception in 1951, Rigaku has been at the forefront of analytical and industrial instrumentation technology. Today, with hundreds of major innovations to their credit, the Rigaku Group of Companies are world leaders in the fields of general X-ray diffraction (XRD), thin film analysis (XRF, XRD and XRR), X-ray fluorescence spectrometry (TXRF, EDXRF and WDXRF), small angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), protein and small molecule X-ray crystallography, Raman spectroscopy, X-ray optics, semiconductor metrology (TXRF, XRF, XRD and XRR), X-ray sources, computed tomography, nondestructive testing and thermal analysis.
With Rigaku's vast understanding of X-ray and its complementary technologies as a foundation, our true strength is seen in an unparalleled willingness to collaborate with customers. By promoting partnerships, dialog, and innovation within the global scientific and industrial communities, Rigaku demonstrates a relentless commitment to providing our client markets with fully integrated solutions.
The company and its employees are dedicated to developing and supplying universities, industry, and government labs with the ultimate in customer-focused integrated solutions across a wide variety of disciplines, including structural proteomics, nanoengineering research, general purpose X-ray diffraction (XRD) and spectroscopy (XRF), materials analysis and quality assurance.
Whether supplying the tools to create better semiconductor chips, enabling drug discovery, improving production line quality, or exploring the new frontier of nanotechnology, Rigaku products and services lead with innovation.
Rigaku employs over 1,400 people worldwide in operations based in Japan, the U.S., Europe and China. We value our people. Our value comes from them. Close collaboration between our users and employees sets the direction and focus of our work, allowing us to address customers' needs and stay close to the market place.
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Tokyo, Shibuya
