Geneva, Switzerland What you'll do
The 3D Integration Office, part of CERN’s EN-ACE group, coordinates integration activities for the third Long Shutdown (LS3), a major programme shaping the future of the accelerator complex. In this role, you will coordinate a multidisciplinary team of designers, oversee complex 3D integration studies, and drive continuous improvement of data quality processes. Working at the core of one of CERN’s most ambitious engineering programmes, you will collaborate with diverse technical experts and contribute to the successful integration of advanced systems in a highly international environment.
Your responsibilities
- Coordinate, monitor and follow up 3D integration studies supporting the third Long Shutdown (LS3) of the CERN accelerator complex.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during on-site installation and maintenance activities to identify and resolve integration issues.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, update project information in internal IT platforms (e.g. Track It, EDMS), and develop dashboards to support project monitoring and decision-making.
- Create, update and maintain 3D models using CATIA V5 to ensure accurate and reliable integration data.
- Contribute to improving the quality of CAD data within the PDM/PLM environment and support robust 3D integration validation workflows.
- Help develop and standardise 3D integration processes, methodologies and best practices across the Integration Office.
- Verify mechanical and magnetic references in close collaboration with the Layout and Configuration Management team.
- Support the organisation and reporting of Integration Committee meetings, fostering effective communication and coordination between stakeholders.
- Coordinate laser scanning activities with survey and scheduling teams, ensuring efficient planning, compliance with safety requirements and preparation of access authorisations.
- Develop and maintain collaborative web workspaces to centralise information, facilitate knowledge sharing and strengthen communication within the Integration Office and with project stakeholders.
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- Mechanical, industrial, systems or integration engineering.
- Organising and managing technical data using digital engineering or information management tools.
- Preparing clear technical documentation and presenting engineering information in a structured and accessible way.
- Coordinating technical activities involving multiple stakeholders and managing priorities effectively.
- Working with PDM/PLM environments or engineering data management systems is an advantage.
- Your studies focused on Engineering.
Your skills
- 3D CAD modelling skills, preferably using CATIA V5 or an equivalent CAD software.
- Understanding of mechanical assemblies, installation constraints and 3D integration principles.
- Interest in process improvement, standardisation and engineering quality.
- Ability to analyse technical issues and propose practical solutions in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
Employment conditions
- A valid driving licence.
- Interventions in underground installations.
- Work in Radiation Areas.
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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 and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
- By the application deadline, you have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in the respective field and your highest educational qualification is either a bachelor’s or master’s degree. You must have a university degree and can’t hold a PhD.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
You will need these documents to complete your application
- Your CV (English or French)
- A copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your school (if you don't yet have your paper diploma)
- Any document you consider relevant to your application
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Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
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