Electromechanical Technical Engineer

What you'll do

High-temperature superconducting materials have interesting characteristics that make them suitable for future magnet applications. Come join CERN and take part in this exciting development.

You will develop and implement electromechanical systems for the manufacture and assembly of high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets, as part of an ongoing research and development (R&D) programme. Your work will involve coil winding and assembly, instrumentation and tooling, bringing together mechanical, electrical and control technologies.

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Your responsibilities

Design and implement dedicated systems to produce high-temperature superconductor-based (HTS) coils, considering mechanical, electrical and control aspects, according to applicable safety regulations and industry standards.
Conduct regular maintenance of machinery, electromechanical systems and technical infrastructure in the HTS magnet laboratory.
Prepare technical documentation, including procedures, test and measurement reports, and ensure traceability of components.
Coordinate component logistics and stock for assigned assemblies; initiate and follow up manufacturing requests and purchase orders.
Perform or organise acceptance tests for manufactured components and assemblies.

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Hands-on experience in design and manufacture, assembly and maintenance of complex electromechanical equipment.
Experience with quality documentation, including working with procedures, compiling tests and measurements reports and component traceability.
Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) tools for electromechanical design would be an asset.
Previous experience with superconducting systems would be an asset.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electro-mechanical Engineering or a related field.

Your skills

Design of electromechanical systems.
Construction, test and installation of electromechanical equipment and systems.
Operation and maintenance of electromechanical equipment and systems.
Knowledge of electrical machine technology.
Assembly of mechanical structures and equipment.
Works well in groups and readily fits into a team; participates fully and takes an active role in team activities.
Takes responsibility for own actions and decisions.
Adapts quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
Listens actively to others and lets others speak.
Produces workable and timely solutions that meet requirements.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Ideal start date: 01/01/2027

Contract duration (in months): 60

Grade range: 4

Benchmark job: 301150 - Electromechanical Technical Engineer

Job flexibility: Fully Onsite

Employment conditions

A valid driving licence.
Work in radiation controlled areas.
Interventions in underground installations.

Global Benefits at CERN

A minimum net entry-salary of 7006 Swiss Francs per month, 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. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot, Croatian and Turkish nationals, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
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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