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Get Access To All JobsAs a global leader in radiation safety, detection and measurement, Mirion Technologies is advancing radiation safety through innovative technologies and solutions.
Mirion Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Field Service Engineer who, with limited supervision, executes customer support activities involving the installation, modification and repair of complex nuclear measurement equipment and systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Conduct on-site installation of complex nuclear measurement equipment and systems, focusing on the setup/configuration of Mirion (Canberra) hardware and software, using established testing procedures and training to ensure proper function of system(s). Provide familiarization to the customer on system hardware/software and its basic modes of operation.
- Troubleshoot and isolate equipment malfunctions and take corrective actions, analyzing hardware or software issues. Work closely with Technical Support and Engineering to locate and correct system faults.
- Complete Field Reports and logs to ensure work performed is properly documented and all problems in the field are reported and addressed.
- Provide professional representation of the Company in all dealings with customer, creating a positive experience for the customer.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
- In-house Troubleshooting and Repair.
- Technical Support (by phone/email).
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Technical acumen. Preferably electronics, Mechanical or Science/Physics background.
- Very good verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, typing/keyboarding skills and written reporting skills.
- Well-disciplined, self-starter with an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial spirit being able to work alone or with a team.
- Must be logical and analytical in approaching solutions to complex problems.
- Understand and adhere to all safety policies on the job.
- Ability to lift at least 50+ pounds.
- 70% regional travel.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Knowledge and proficiency of any of the Mirion (Canberra) products such as High Purity Germanium (HPGe) Detectors, Sodium Iodide (NaI) detectors, and Alpha Beta Counting Systems.
- Experience using Mirion (Canberra) applications such as Genie™ 2000, Apex Gamma™, Apex In-Vivo™, Eclipse™, and Apex-Alpha/Beta™ software.
- Database management experience using SQL Server, Crystal Reports and/or Access.
- Nuclear Physics and Radiation Principles knowledge and experience.
- Understanding of Gamma Spectroscopy, Alpha/Beta Counting, and radiation detection principles a plus.
- Complex system troubleshooting to resolution at modular and/or component level.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- 1-3 years in a technical/customer service position. Must have excellent technical and customer relations experience to handle the diversity of systems and their applications.
- A.S. or B.S. degree in Electronics, Nuclear Engineering or equivalent preferred but not required. Some technical schooling along with 4+ years related technical experience may be substituted.
- Naval Nuclear Power Program experience is a plus.
As a global leader in radiation safety, detection and measurement, Mirion Technologies is advancing radiation safety through innovative technologies and solutions.
Mirion Technologies is seeking a highly motivated Field Service Engineer who, with limited supervision, executes customer support activities involving the installation, modification and repair of complex nuclear measurement equipment and systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Conduct on-site installation of complex nuclear measurement equipment and systems, focusing on the setup/configuration of Mirion (Canberra) hardware and software, using established testing procedures and training to ensure proper function of system(s). Provide familiarization to the customer on system hardware/software and its basic modes of operation.
- Troubleshoot and isolate equipment malfunctions and take corrective actions, analyzing hardware or software issues. Work closely with Technical Support and Engineering to locate and correct system faults.
- Complete Field Reports and logs to ensure work performed is properly documented and all problems in the field are reported and addressed.
- Provide professional representation of the Company in all dealings with customer, creating a positive experience for the customer.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
- In-house Troubleshooting and Repair.
- Technical Support (by phone/email).
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Technical acumen. Preferably electronics, Mechanical or Science/Physics background.
- Very good verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills, typing/keyboarding skills and written reporting skills.
- Well-disciplined, self-starter with an enthusiastic, entrepreneurial spirit being able to work alone or with a team.
- Must be logical and analytical in approaching solutions to complex problems.
- Understand and adhere to all safety policies on the job.
- Ability to lift at least 50+ pounds.
- 70% regional travel.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Knowledge and proficiency of any of the Mirion (Canberra) products such as High Purity Germanium (HPGe) Detectors, Sodium Iodide (NaI) detectors, and Alpha Beta Counting Systems.
- Experience using Mirion (Canberra) applications such as Genie™ 2000, Apex Gamma™, Apex In-Vivo™, Eclipse™, and Apex-Alpha/Beta™ software.
- Database management experience using SQL Server, Crystal Reports and/or Access.
- Nuclear Physics and Radiation Principles knowledge and experience.
- Understanding of Gamma Spectroscopy, Alpha/Beta Counting, and radiation detection principles a plus.
- Complex system troubleshooting to resolution at modular and/or component level.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- 1-3 years in a technical/customer service position. Must have excellent technical and customer relations experience to handle the diversity of systems and their applications.
- A.S. or B.S. degree in Electronics, Nuclear Engineering or equivalent preferred but not required. Some technical schooling along with 4+ years related technical experience may be substituted.
- Naval Nuclear Power Program experience is a plus.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Field Support Engineer
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a directly related field. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree or skilled workers with two or more years of relevant experience. Know which category fits your background before you apply.
Document field service experience precisely
PERM requires your employer to define the job's minimum requirements narrowly. If your resume shows experience across multiple hardware platforms, software environments, or customer-facing escalation tiers, organize it by skill area so the PERM job description can reflect the actual role without overstating requirements.
Search Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers
Many Field Support Engineer roles are filled without public green card sponsorship postings. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history by role and location, letting you target companies already running active PERM cases rather than cold-applying and asking HR to start from scratch.
Ask employers about PERM recruitment timing
PERM labor certification includes a mandatory recruitment test before DOL will certify the application. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed or initiated PERM for the specific role, since recruitment steps can add months to the process before your I-140 is even filed.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
Once your I-140 is approved, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. Nationals of India and China face significant backlogs in both EB-2 and EB-3. USCIS publishes the Visa Bulletin monthly, and your priority date must be current before you can move to the final green card stage.
Use OFLC Wage Search to verify prevailing wage alignment
DOL requires your employer to pay the prevailing wage for your Field Support Engineer role in its specific location before PERM certification. Run the OFLC Wage Search using your SOC code and work location before negotiations so your offered salary meets DOL requirements and doesn't trigger a denial or audit.
Green Card Field Support Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for a Field Support Engineer differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. For Field Support Engineers, the process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, which requires a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test proving no qualified U.S. workers are available. H-1B visa sponsorship skips both of those steps. After PERM certification, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS, and you wait for your priority date to become current before filing for adjustment of status.
Which green card category fits a Field Support Engineer, EB-2 or EB-3?
Both categories can apply depending on your qualifications. EB-2 covers candidates with an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in a directly related technical field. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree or skilled workers with at least two years of relevant experience. The employer's PERM job description defines the minimum requirements, which must reflect the genuine needs of the role rather than being tailored to a specific candidate.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for Field Support Engineer roles?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history searchable by job title and location. This lets you focus on companies that have already run PERM cases for Field Support Engineer or closely related roles, rather than applying broadly and discovering after an offer that the employer hasn't sponsored before and isn't ready to start the process.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
Yes, but the timing matters. AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Separately, if your original employer's I-140 was approved, your priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition even if you leave before the green card is granted.
What happens during the PERM recruitment test for a Field Support Engineer position?
Before DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer must conduct a formal recruitment campaign using specific sourcing methods, including job postings and in some cases print advertising, to demonstrate that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. The employer documents the results and submits them with the PERM application. The job requirements used in those postings must match exactly what's filed with DOL, so any mismatch between the recruitment ads and the final PERM application can trigger an audit or denial.