About Cardinal Health

Cardinal Health is a global, integrated healthcare services and products company connecting people, data, and technology to improve health outcomes. With a fully integrated network of domestic nuclear pharmacies, Cardinal Health PET Manufacturing Services leads in manufacturing PET isotopes that enhance patient treatment through advanced disease diagnosis, staging, and monitoring. Our PET division compounds, dispenses, and distributes patient-specific, unit-dose PET products, ensuring reliable supply in critical pharmacy markets across the United States.

At Cardinal Health, innovation meets precision in nuclear medicine. Our facilities operate around the clock to meet healthcare demands, leveraging cutting-edge technology like cyclotrons to produce life-saving radiopharmaceuticals. As a trusted leader in the medical supply chain, we prioritize safety, compliance, and excellence, making us the ideal place for engineering professionals passionate about healthcare impact.

Role Overview

The Cyclotron Engineer (Senior Engineer, Product) role at Cardinal Health's Dallas, TX PET facility is pivotal for maintaining seamless PET isotope production. This position supports on-site manufacturing operations from midnight to 9 AM, with maintenance performed outside these hours, including evenings and weekends due to radioactive material handling. You'll work in a controlled cyclotron and manufacturing environment, ensuring equipment reliability while adhering to strict safety protocols.

Engineers in this role handle radioactive systems safely, exposed only to low radiation levels compliant with current standards. The facility demands a clean, orderly space with optimal lighting and condition. This full-time position offers an anticipated salary range of $68,500 - $97,800, determined by location, experience, and internal equity, with no bonus eligibility but comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

As a Cyclotron Engineer, your expertise ensures uninterrupted production of PET radiopharmaceuticals. Primary duties include:

• Providing on-site support for troubleshooting and repairing cyclotron systems, production, and quality analysis equipment.
• Executing the established maintenance program tailored to production demands and business needs.
• Maintaining service tools and site-level parts inventory per preventive and corrective maintenance protocols.
• Offering technical support for investigations into equipment and production failures, including root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Conducting ongoing analysis of equipment trends and performance metrics to sustain reliable production.
• Implementing performance and reliability improvements for assigned systems under Regional Engineer guidance.
• Performing miscellaneous engineering duties to meet departmental goals.

Expect on-call duties during production hours and physical tasks in a dynamic, safety-focused environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates should bring a blend of technical expertise and practical experience. Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, Physical Sciences, Chemistry, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 2+ years of related work experience; specific background may substitute for degree.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing large-scale electronic, computing, and mechanical systems.
• Background in FDA-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing or comparable mechanical/electronic/laboratory settings.
• Working knowledge of Radiation Safety, ALARA concepts, and radioactive materials handling/licenses.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform tasks like crawling, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

At this senior level, apply working knowledge to moderate-scope projects, identify solutions to technical problems, and exercise judgment within defined parameters. Work is reviewed for reasoning and accuracy, with general guidance on new initiatives.

Benefits & Perks

Cardinal Health invests in employee well-being with a robust benefits package:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off plan and paid parental leave.
• Health savings account (HSA) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• 401k savings plan for long-term financial security.
• Access to wages before payday via myFlexPay.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Work-life resources and healthy lifestyle programs.

These perks support your health, finances, and balance, fostering a supportive workplace.

Career Growth

Cardinal Health offers clear paths for engineering professionals. Starting as a Cyclotron Engineer, advance to Regional Engineer roles or leadership in PET manufacturing. Gain expertise in nuclear pharmacy, FDA compliance, and advanced systems, with opportunities for cross-functional projects. Our commitment to training, mentorship, and internal mobility empowers sustained career progression in healthcare engineering.

Why Join Us

Join Cardinal Health to contribute to life-changing PET radiopharmaceuticals that improve patient outcomes. Work with state-of-the-art cyclotrons in a safety-first culture, supported by a collaborative team. Enjoy competitive pay, top-tier benefits, and a Dallas location ideal for professionals seeking impact in Texas' healthcare hub. The application window closes March 6, 2026—apply now to secure your future.

Role FAQs

What are the work hours?

Support production from midnight to 9 AM; maintenance in afternoons, evenings, weekends; on-call as needed.

Is radiation exposure safe?

Yes, exposure is very low and compliant with safety standards.

What physical demands are there?

Lifting up to 50 lbs, crawling, stooping, etc., in a clean manufacturing environment.

Is a degree required?

Preferred, but equivalent experience or specific background may substitute.

What's the salary range?

$68,500 - $97,800 annually, based on experience and location.