Principal Radiotherapy Electronics Engineer 8a in London

We are seeking to recruit 2 enthusiastic and experienced Radiotherapy Electronics Engineers to deliver a high‑quality maintenance & repair service to our Radiotherapy Service. The role is ideal for engineers who hold a B.Sc. degree (or equivalent) in electronics and electrical engineering and have a minimum of 10 years of experience working with linear accelerators (linacs) and related radiotherapy equipment.

Main duties of the job:

• Keep relevant scientific and technical records of work performed, ensuring the equipment management database is operated accurately and records are logged until completion.
• Act as a member of the team responsible for the day‑to‑day running of preventive maintenance schedules for radiotherapy diagnostic and treatment machines, keeping detailed records of all work.
• Prioritise work in accordance with department procedures and competing service demands, and propose improvements to working practices within the Electronics Section.
• Assist other groups within the department in developing and constructing new and novel devices to support clinical activity and research.
• Carry out all duties in accordance with Health and Safety at Work Act, statutory regulations, approved codes of conduct and local rules, reporting any potential breaches to the section manager.
• Acquire specific knowledge on particular items of equipment and ensure clients receive prompt, efficient service, keeping them informed of progress.

Employment details:

• Band: 8a
• Salary: £66,274 to £73,496 per annum inclusive
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full‑time
• Location: Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London, W6 8RF, United Kingdom

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• MSc/BSc/BEng/HNC or equivalent in electronic engineering.
• Attended manufacturer's specialist courses on maintenance, repair, testing and calibration of linear accelerators and other radiotherapy equipment.
• Aptitude for working with advanced electronic equipment; previous experience in a health environment.

Desired qualifications:

• Registered as a Clinical Technologist with the Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine or equivalent.
• Incorporated‑level Engineer or professional membership of a relevant professional body.

Essential experience:

• Extensive experience in an electronic engineering healthcare environment with patient‑critical radiotherapy equipment, using circuit diagrams and service manuals for advanced fault finding and servicing.
• Experience prioritising and managing own work, exercising initiative within one's specialist area.
• Proficiency with databases and spreadsheets (Access, Excel, Word) and digital imaging tools used for maintenance, repair, test and calibration records.

Desirable experience:

• Supervising apprenticeships.
• Managing ISO 9001‑certified QMS.
• Experience managing MDR processes and compliance.

Essential skills and knowledge:

• Highly competent in using electronic workshop equipment (soldering irons, hand and bench drills, analogue and digital test equipment, including high‑voltage and current probes, oscilloscopes, multimeters, wavemeters).
• Working knowledge of relevant legislation and standards (Health & Safety at Work Regulations, Factories Act, Electricity at Work Regulations, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health).
• Knowledge of hazards posed by ionising/non‑ionising radiation, liquid nitrogen, RF component implosion, fumes, oils, solvents, compressed gases, high‑temperature tools and torches.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2000 QMS.
• Highly developed hand/eye coordination for manipulating fine tools and components in precision manufacture, assembly and testing of small and delicate parts.

Benefits:

• Career development and career progression opportunities.
• Flexible working and wellbeing support.
• Staff recognition scheme.
• Optional benefits: Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan and membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

This position requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Applications from individuals who require skilled‑worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered.

For further details, please refer to the job advertisement or contact the Technical Services Manager, Lasto Pavlovic.