Analytical X-ray Systems Specialist, XRF

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🕒 August 5

🤠 Texas, Utah – Remote

🤠 Texas – Remote ⛷️ Utah – Remote

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🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

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Rigaku

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1001 - 5000 employees

🔧 Hardware

🔬 Science

🧬 Biotechnology

Hardware • Science • Biotechnology

Rigaku is a global scientific instrumentation company that designs and manufactures analytical and measurement systems—primarily X-ray–based instruments—used for materials characterization and process control. Its product portfolio includes X-ray diffraction and scattering systems for crystallography and stress analysis, X-ray fluorescence (XRF) spectrometers (EDXRF, WDXRF, TXRF), X-ray computed tomography and radiography for non‑destructive testing, thermal analysis instruments, handheld Raman spectrometers, electron diffraction tools, and X-ray components (sources, detectors, optics). Rigaku also supplies semiconductor metrology tools and process-control systems and serves markets such as materials science, semiconductor/electronics, life sciences/pharmaceuticals, environment/energy, mining, and academic research.

📋 Description

• Perform preventive maintenance and basic service on TXRF, XRF, and XRD systems • Install, maintain, and repair analytical X-ray equipment and related devices • Troubleshoot systems on-site using a Digital Voltmeter (DVM) • Qualify instruments after service repairs by executing operational and performance protocols • Make travel arrangements and generate individual expense reports • Secure customer acceptance of preventive maintenance or repair work • Coordinate customer WebEx sessions, phone support, and lab or fab facility inspections • Attend certified Rigaku product training at the Rigaku factory • Communicate and work closely with service/support centers • Travel extensively Monday through Friday, with possible weekend and holiday work, to support scientific and industrial clients

🎯 Requirements

• B.S. Degree or equivalent experience • Minimum 3 years' experience diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electromechanical, and/or electronic equipment • Working knowledge of MS Office • Basic understanding of network interfacing • Valid driver’s license • Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex technical issues clearly • General understanding of analog electronics, high-voltage circuitry, laser technology, and high-vacuum systems • Ability to interact and communicate with scientists who typically possess advanced degrees in Biochemistry, Biophysics, or Microbiology • Strong organizational and prioritizing skills • Ability to work independently with a team focus • Must be responsive and reliable • Ability to travel routinely and maintain a current passport/visa as required for international travel • Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds • Ability to manipulate small hand tools • Must be able to prove legal authorization to work in the United States

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive technical training • Competitive compensation • Performance-based incentive programs • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Short-term disability insurance • Long-term disability insurance • Life insurance • Section 125 flexible spending accounts • 401(k) plan • Recognition programs • Commitment to sustainability