Mechanical Technician

Company Description
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**Job Description**:
The Forming & Welding Section (FW) provides expertise and support in the field of metal forming and assembly technologies, undertakes the fabrication of prototypes or small series using a wide range of in-house technologies, realises various development studies.

As a Laser Beam Welding Technician in the FW Section, you will:

- carry out hands-on work on Laser Welding, Laser Cutting and Laser Additive Manufacturing.
- Join a team of highly qualified technicians and engineers in laser and Electron Beam processes;
- After an initial period of familiarization and with the supervision of colleagues, you will personally perform welding and cutting operations on different state-of-the art laser beam welding equipment, for the fabrication of highly technical prototypes and components of accelerators and related experimental facilities;
- Operate a Selective Laser Melting Additive Manufacturing machine and take on activities for prototyping, small series, and material development.
- Design jigs and fixtures for welding and cutting activities, in collaboration with the design office;
- Participate in multidisciplinary projects, maintain close co-operation with the other Engineering facilities CERN-wide;
- Prepare technical reports (WPS’s, assembly procedures, etc.) and presentations when required.
- In the longer term
- depending on your willingness to acquire the know-how to operate Electron Beam Welding machines - you will have the possibility to reinforce the given service and take on welding activities.

**Qualifications**:
In order to qualify for a place on the programme you will need to meet the following requirements:

- You have a Technical Diploma (careers.cern/ttediplomas) in the field of mechanics, materials science or welding, and no more than 4 years' relevant experience after finishing your diploma;
- If you are currently studying, you are still eligible to apply, although you are expected to have obtained your qualification by the start of your appointment at CERN;
- If you hold a BSc or MSc, you are not eligible. However you may be eligible for the Fellowship Programme.
- You should have at least a working knowledge of English OR French.

Specific skills required for this role:

- Knowledge of mechanics and use of CAD / CAM software;
- Knowledge of Laser Beam Welding and Cutting technologies;
- Knowledge of welding metallurgy;
- Ability to work alone in the framework of Class IV laser operation;
- Knowledge of main international standards related to beam welding;
- Ability to carry out tasks autonomously when required;
- Experience in Robotic, Electron Beam Welding and/or Additive Manufacturing (Selective Laser Melting) would be an advantage.

Additional Information

CERN would very much like to benefit from your expertise, commitment and passion. In return, CERN will provide you with:

- On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French;
- A monthly stipend of 4599CHF Swiss Francs per month (net of tax);
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund;
- Depending on your individual circumstances: an installation grant, family, child and infant allowances as well as travel expenses to and from Geneva;
- 2,5 days of paid leave per month.

**This is how you can apply**:

- A CV **(mandatory)**;
- A scanned copy of your latest relevant qualification (or a screenshot of the latest academic transcript obtained if the diploma is not yet obtained) **(mandatory)**;
- At least one reference letter (from a professor or previous employer) giving an overview of your academic and/or professional achievements. This should be as broad as possible **(optional).