At CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.
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Job description
As an Electrical Engineer, within the Beams Department, you will join the BE-EA-EC cabling team to work on projects for the LHC and CERN's experiments. We aim to optimise and maintain the infrastructure and provide strong support to the physicists. You will support the team with the study, execution and coordination of complex technical cabling projects.
Your responsibilities
Support the gathering of user requirements and provide technical assistance.
Contribute to technical studies, cost estimates, and project documentation.
Assist with the procurement of materials and services.
Participate in the assembly, installation, and testing of cabling and electrical equipment.
Support workshop and on-site activities related to experiment infrastructure.
Assist with prototype development, commissioning, and reception tests.
Contribute to project coordination activities and technical meetings.
Support the preparation and review of technical reports, specifications, and change requests.
Apply and promote quality assurance procedures and documentation standards.
Continuously develop technical expertise and contribute to team knowledge sharing.
Your profile
Initial experience in the electrical domain.
Experience working with industry standards and Electrical Safety Systems.
Previous use of related electrical software packages would be an asset.
Skills
Excellent team-working attitude.
Ability to manage several activities simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
Good perception of colours.
Good writing skills in English for technical documentation.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language.
Eligibility criteria
You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree.
You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
Applicants without University degree are not eligible.
Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.
This position involves:
Work in Radiation Areas.
Interventions in underground installations.
What we offer
A monthly net stipend of either 5,266 or 5,793 Swiss Francs per month depending on your degree.
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
On-the-job and formal training including language classes.
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