Jobs · Engineering · Texas

Generator / Tubes Technician

Baker Hughes · Pasadena, TX · 4 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time

About the role

The Service Technician plays a key role in maintaining and restoring high-performance X-ray systems and subsystems. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a hands-on technical environment and are committed to delivering safe, accurate, and timely service solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Diagnosing and repairing high-voltage X-ray generators, power supplies, control boards, and inverter modules.
  • Performing X-ray tube testing, conditioning, and evaluation, including vacuum integrity, filament, cathode, and anode checks.
  • Troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and thermal issues using schematics, high-voltage diagrams, and diagnostic tools.
  • Executing preventive maintenance on generators, tubes, cooling systems, and interlock circuits.
  • Documenting repair activities, test results, parts usage, and failure analysis in detailed service reports.
  • Ensuring compliance with radiation safety standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and ESD protocols.
  • Supporting RMA evaluations, root-cause analysis, and refurbishment processes.
  • Collaborating with internal teams and assisting with customer communication regarding repair status, findings, and recommendations.
  • Supporting both in-house service operations and field assignments, including travel as required up to 30% domestic and international.

Requirements

  • Have a technical diploma or degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent experience.
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of high-voltage circuits, power electronics, transformers, and three-phase/single-phase systems.
  • Be able to read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical service manuals.
  • Have hands-on experience using oscilloscopes, high-voltage probes, multimeters, and other diagnostic tools.
  • Understand radiation safety principles and regulatory requirements.
  • Possess strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Be able to work safely in environments involving high voltage and X-ray systems, including lifting up to 40–50 lbs.

Qualifications

  • 2–5 years of experience servicing X-ray generators, X-ray tubes, or similar high-voltage imaging systems.
  • Experience in refurbishment, failure analysis, or component-level board repair.
  • Knowledge of cooling technologies such as oil, water, or forced air systems used in imaging equipment.

Skills

  • Knowledge of cooling technologies such as oil, water, or forced air systems used in imaging equipment.

Benefits

  • Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing initiatives.
  • Comprehensive private medical care options.
  • Life insurance and disability coverage.
  • Tailored financial and retirement programs.
  • Education assistance and technical development opportunities.
  • Generous parental leave.
  • Mental health and wellbeing resources.
  • Dependent care support.
  • Additional voluntary benefits.

Pay

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible working hours to support productivity and work-life balance.

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