Electronics/Electrical Technician Power Converter Systems

What you'll do

Are you ready to work hands-on with advanced electrical and electronic systems at the forefront of science and technology?

CERN’s Electrical Power Converter Group is recruiting three electronics/electrical technicians to contribute to major modernisation, consolidation and infrastructure projects linked to CERN’s accelerator complex.

You will work closely with engineers, technicians, industrial support teams and CERN’s central services in a highly collaborative and international environment.

Your responsibilities

Installation, testing and commissioning of power converter systems.
Deployment and configuration of controls electronics and infrastructure.
Renovation and upgrade of converter control systems.
Development and validation of electronic and control interfaces.
Operational support, maintenance and troubleshooting in the field.
High-power converter installations for accelerator magnets.
Converter controls electronics and infrastructure deployment.
Modern Switch-mode converter and conventional thyristor systems.
Static Var Compensator (SVC) modernisation.
Configuration, controls integration and commissioning activities during CERN’s Long Shutdown 3 (LS3).
Participate in the installation, testing, commissioning and maintenance of power converter systems ranging from 10 kW to several tens of MW.
Contribute to the upgrade and renovation of converter control electronics and infrastructure.
Adapt electrical schematics and associated bills of materials for integrating the standard Control Electronics platform of EPC group into Thyristor converters.
Participate in the design and validation of electronic boards and low-level interfaces using analogue and digital electronics.
Assemble, test and install electronic crates, racks and cabinets.
Contribute to fault-finding, corrective interventions and operational support activities.
Coordinate and supervise controls infrastructure installation activities in the field.
Validate technical requirements together with equipment owners and users, acting as an interface between technical experts, central services and industrial support teams.
Prepare and organise work activities and follow implementation schedules.
Oversee and verify the work of service providers for networking, cabling, optical fibres and rack installations.
Ensure compliance with CERN safety rules and documentation procedures.
Deploy and configure converters controllers and associated controls infrastructure using dedicated software tools.
Participate in commissioning campaigns during accelerator shutdowns and operational periods.
Contribute to continuous improvement and modernisation projects.
Ensure clear reporting and technical documentation of activities.

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Installation, testing, commissioning or maintenance of electrical or electronic equipment.
Industrial controls, monitoring or data acquisition systems.
Power electronics or converter systems.
Electronics assembly, cabling and rack integration.
Configuration and deployment of technical infrastructure.
Coordination or supervision of on-site activities and service providers.
Use of CAD tools for electrical schematics, PCB design or mechanical layouts.
Higher Technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Industrial Controls, Automation or a related field.

Your skills

Installation, operation and maintenance of industrial data-acquisition, monitoring and control systems: or power electronic systems.
Knowledge of system configuration tools.
Assembly and integration of electronic crates, racks and cabinets.
Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems and associated measurement techniques.
Interpretation of electrical schematics and technical documentation.
Has a structured and organised approach towards work; is able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
Identifies, defines and assesses problems, takes action to address them.
Works well in groups and readily fits into a team; participates fully and takes an active role in team activities.
Ensures that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented.
Works well autonomously; takes on activities and tasks without prompting.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Ideal start date: 01/10/2026

Contract duration (in months): 60

Grade range: 3

Benchmark job: 300060 - Electronics Technician

Job flexibility: Fully Onsite

Medical hazard

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.

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

Employment conditions

A valid driving licence.
Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
Work in Radiation Areas.
Interventions in underground installations.

Global Benefits at CERN

A minimum net entry-salary of 5929 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 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.
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.

You will need these documents to complete your application

Your CV (English or French)
Any document you consider relevant to your application

Your CERNDepartment

The SY department oversees the science and technology related to accelerator technical systems, including beam instrumentation, beam transfer, power converters, particles generation and their interaction with matter, and radio frequency systems. It is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and development of new hardware and software for CERN’s accelerator complex.

Overview of CERN

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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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