Mechanical Technician

vor 1 Woche


Genf, Genf, Schweiz CERN Vollzeit
Job Description

Your responsibilities

CERN's accelerator complex relies on precision mechanical equipment to operate in harsh environments. As a Mechanical Technician - Beam Dump Specialist, you will be involved in supporting mechanical dimensioning, design, and project follow-up for the construction of the new ISOLDE facility beam dumps.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the 3D integration of future beam dumps using CATIA, with the support of designers and integrators
  • Coordinate the production of production drawings
  • Manage material procurement to produce three beam dumps, demonstrating a strong understanding of industrial processes
  • Collaborate closely with the Project Manager responsible for the beam dumps to monitor production and assembly progresses
  • Perform the installation of beam dumps in the accelerator facility and conduct on-line commissioning tests to ensure operational readiness
  • Provide mechanical support for activities within the accelerator complex and assist in the operation of the mechanical workshop

Requirements:

  • A qualification in Mechanical, Aerospace or Nuclear Engineering
  • Demonstrated experience in systems engineering, integration completed by in-field tests
  • CAD systems, 3D and 2D drawing
  • Assembling, and testing precision mechanics
  • Good communication, well-organized with accountability
  • Working in a team, as well as independently
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams
  • Fluent in English, the ability to work in French would be an advantage

Eligibility criteria:

  • You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
  • By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Engineering (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma.
  • You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree are not eligible.

What we offer

  • A monthly stipend of 4569 Swiss Francs (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: installation grant; family, child and infant allowances; payment of travel expenses at the beginning and end of contract.
  • 30 days of paid leave per year.
  • On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French.

About us

CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is a leading international research organization. We study the fundamental structure of the universe using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments. Our research gives us clues about how particles interact and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.


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