Engineering Jobs in Brockway Pennsylvania

Penn Highlands Healthcare is a ONE Physics Partner and operates nine hospitals in west-central Pennsylvania. The area offers extensive scenery, outdoor activities, affordable living, and a peaceful rural atmosphere. Our team provides consistent friendly communication and supervision, while allowing for independent work and development. We create a culture where employees feel valued and ensure our communities are receiving the best-in-class treatment they deserve.

This role will support efforts in DuBois, PA

About the Position:

The Medical Physicist Assistant plays an essential clinical support role in the cancer center and the broader hospital. Because the same team handles all the physics work for the hospitals, this position offers experience in both radiation oncology and the full range of medical radiation safety support. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Quality Assurance & Equipment Testing

• Perform routine daily, monthly, and annual quality assurance (QA) tests on linear accelerators, imaging systems, and other radiation therapy equipment to ensure optimal performance and patient safety
• Conduct patient-specific QA procedures, including IMRT/VMAT dose verification and phantom-based measurements
• Assist with the commissioning and acceptance testing of new treatment technologies and imaging systems
• Support ongoing calibration and maintenance processes to maintain system accuracy and reliability

Radiation Safety Support

• Support radiation safety work across the spectrum of medical uses, including external beam therapy, diagnostic imaging, procedural fluoroscopy, diagnostic and therapeutic uses of radioactive material.
• Assist with radiation safety audits, surveys, and exposure monitoring to ensure compliance with state, federal, and institutional guidelines
• Support implementation of safety protocols and participate in safety training efforts for clinical staff
• Help maintain accurate records of radiation safety procedures, inspections, and dosimetry monitoring

Treatment Planning Assistance

• Collaborate with medical physicists and dosimetrists in the data collection and validation of the Eclipse treatment planning system
• Support clinical staff in maintaining and updating beam models, commissioning data, and patient datasets
• Contribute to troubleshooting and optimization of treatment planning workflows under supervision

System Support & Data Management

• Assist in the maintenance, testing, and documentation of oncology software systems (Aria and Mosaiq)
• Develop or use analysis tools to monitor system performance and ensure clinical accuracy
• Help with the integration and verification of new software and technology updates

Clinical Development and Research Support

• Participate in clinical development and performance improvement initiatives
• Assist in research data collection, analysis, and project documentation under the guidance of senior physics staff
• Contribute to the implementation of new technologies, workflows, and techniques that enhance patient care

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Health Physics, Medical Physics, Physics, Engineering, or a closely related field (Master’s degree from a CAMPEP approved program preferred)
• Foundational knowledge of radiation physics, radiation therapy, and radiation safety best practices
• Experience or familiarity with QA tools, survey meters, dosimeters, and treatment planning software
• Proficiency with technical software and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, ARIA, Eclipse)
• Excellent attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to follow clinical protocols
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively in a multidisciplinary clinical environment
• Physical ability to handle QA equipment and navigate clinical settings

Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location, as well as candidate experience, education level and expertise. If you have questions on compensation, please ask your recruiter. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.