Technician
Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Key information
- Publication date:05 November 2025
- Workload:100%
- Contract type:Permanent position
- Place of work:Villigen PSI
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff members.
Your tasks
- Acceptance testing, completion, assembly, maintenance, and repair of magnets in the PSI facilities
- Preparation and assistance with magnetic field measurements (setting up, leveling, and connecting to water and power supply)
- General mechanical work (turning, milling, CNC milling, drilling as well as hard and soft soldering)
- Responsibility for maintenance and support in the further development of laboratory, measurement, and workshop equipment
- Winding and vacuum potting of coils (under guidance)
- Active participation in the design and manufacture of special tools and fixtures
Your profile
- Completed vocational training as a polymechanic and further training as a technician HF (mechanical engineering) or equivalent education
- High teamwork skills combined with a structured working style and assertiveness
- Very good German skills in spoken and written form as well as confident communication in English
- Good application knowledge in MS Office
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic onboarding, you benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced continuing education culture. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and on-site facilities.
This is a project position. The employment is limited to 2 years.
For technical inquiries, please contact André Brem, Tel. +41 56 310 50 29 and Carolin Zoller, Tel. +41 56 310 56 19.
We look forward to receiving your online application by December 3, 2025 for the position of Technician (Index No. 8432-24311).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Adrian Kirsch 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
