Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Technician
- 11 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
Join the Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland's leading research center. You'll thrive in an innovative environment focused on energy and climate solutions.
Tasks
- Develop and operate electrochemical systems and test facilities.
- Plan and document measurements and experiments effectively.
- Analyze and interpret experimental results with the team.
Skills
- Completed vocational training as a physicist, electrician, or similar.
- Technical understanding and hands-on lab work enthusiasm.
- Experience with programming, e.g., LabVIEW, Python, or PLCs.
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About the job
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.
For our Engineering and Technical Support group, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Development, construction, operation, and maintenance of electrochemical systems and test rigs
- Planning, execution, and documentation of measurements and experiments
- Organisation, evaluation, and interpretation of test results
- Participation in the continuous improvement of procedures and processes
- Collaboration with engineers, students, scientists, and technical departments
Your profile
- Completed vocational training as a physics laboratory technician, automation technician, electrician, polymechanic, or comparable
- Technical understanding and enjoyment of practical laboratory work
- Hands-on mentality as well as independent, structured, and careful working style
- Teamwork skills and high safety awareness
- Good German and English skills
- Programming experience, e.g. with LabVIEW, Python, or PLC controls
- Experience with electrochemical systems, e.g. fuel cell or electrolyser test rigs
- Experience in electrical measurement technology
- Knowledge of pneumatics, hydraulics, or similar technical systems
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our pronounced culture of further education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
For technical enquiries, please contact Marco Schneider, Tel. +41 56 310 47 73.
We look forward to receiving your online application by 8 August 2026 for the position of Technician (Index No. 5425-27756).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Luca Simen, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
