Electromechanical Technician – Superconducting Wires and Cables

What you'll do

You will join the Magnets, Superconductors and Cryostats (MSC) Group, which designs, constructs and tests superconducting and normal-conducting magnets for CERN’s accelerator complex, develops magnet cryostats, and provides critical operational support. Within the Low Temperature Superconductors and Characterization (LSC) Section, you will contribute to the development and supply of superconducting wires and cables (Nb-Ti and Nb₃Sn) for accelerator magnets and R&D projects, including high-field magnets and medical applications. In this hands-on role, you will take part in the fabrication, testing and characterization of superconducting materials essential to CERN’s current and future accelerator performance.

Your responsibilities

Perform reception and acceptance tests of materials at room temperature, prepare samples for optical imaging analysis and organise storage for superconducting wires and cables;
Prepare and test samples of superconducting wires and cables, performing characterization measurements at cryogenic temperatures;
Support, operate and maintain cryogenic test stations incorporating high field superconducting magnets;
Contribute to the development and construction of new cryogenic test stations with high field superconducting magnets;
Participate in the development and assembly of sample inserts and holders used for the cryogenic characterization of superconducting wires and cables;
Operate existing and future cabling machines, perform quality control of the produced cables and assist in the development of related equipment and cabling tooling.

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Construction or design or maintenance of test stations for electrical or electromechanical tests.
Electrical or electromechanical tests or measurements performed in an industrial or laboratory environment.
Quality Control, Quality Assurance and inspection procedures on electrical or electromechanical components.
Operation and maintenance of superconducting, cryogenic or vacuum systems is an asset.
Knowledge in instrumentation and test, preferably in the fields of cryogenics and applied superconductivity is an asset.
Higher technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of electromechanical engineering or a related field.

Your skills

Installation, operation and maintenance of industrial data-acquisition, monitoring and control systems.
Construction, test and installation of electromechanical equipment and systems.
Operation and maintenance of electromechanical equipment and systems and cryogenic systems.
Assembly of electronic crates, racks and cabinets.
Having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind ; anticipating obstacles; assessing alternative solutions in order to have a fall-back plan.
Taking responsibility for own actions and decisions; taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
Cooperating constructively with others in the pursuit of team goals; balancing personal goals with team goals.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Ideal start date: 01/01/2026

Contract duration: 60

Grade range: 3

Benchmark job: 300050 - Electromechanical Technician

Job flexibility: Fully Onsite

Medical hazard

Operations on electrical installations or in their vicinity (> 1000 Volt AC or 1500 Volt DC) requiring a specific authorization
Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions

Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.

Employment conditions

Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
A valid driving licence.

Global Benefits at CERN

A minimum entry-salary of 5850 Swiss Francs per month (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
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, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.

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Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.
You have relevant qualifications and professional experience.
If you have previously held a Staff contract at CERN, you will not be eligible for these positions.
Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.

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Your CERNDepartment

The TE department specializes in maintaining world-class expertise in accelerator technologies, supporting R&D, and managing technical facilities to advance CERN's technological capabilities.

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