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.