Fixed-term Contract First Job - Industrial IT Engineer

What we will achieve together

Within the DEC Directorate, you will contribute to the availability of the real-time information system and the continuity of service 24/7. You will ensure the quality of services by providing the required reports and statistics. The Electricity Distribution Operations Unit, to which you will be attached, is tasked with guaranteeing the management, operation, and troubleshooting of the HT/MT/BT network, as well as designing innovative solutions for the supervision and control of the network and its facilities.

Your energy in the service of a sustainable Geneva

As part of your role, you will be specifically responsible for:

• Administering the SCADA system to integrate developments in the electrical network and participating in the commissioning of controllers;
• Ensuring the coherence, sustainability, and security of the real-time information system in connection with HT/MT facilities and MT/BT substations;
• Participating in data exchange between IT and OT while applying current security rules;
• Innovating in the automation of repetitive processes to improve operational efficiency.

Your personality and skills

• Proficiency in a programming language, ideally Python;
• Basic knowledge of Linux and databases;
• Understanding of industrial communication protocols;
• Excellent communication, attention to detail, and rigorous organisation;
• Sensitivity to IT security issues;
• Knowledge of the electrical network distribution field is an asset;
• Your attention to detail, rigour, and team spirit will enable you to succeed in this role.

Your academic background:

• You hold a university degree, a HES diploma, or equivalent, ideally in the IT or electrical field;
• You have programming experience and a good understanding of technical environments.

The salary will be calculated based on an annual reference salary distributed over thirteen payments, depending on your diploma:

• Bachelor: CHF 75,000 gross (100% basis) distributed over thirteen payments;
• Master: CHF 78,000 gross (100% basis) distributed over thirteen payments.

SIG regularly welcomes recent graduates to offer them a significant first professional experience within the framework of a fixed-term one-year contract. The term "recent graduates" refers to individuals who have completed their studies within the last 18 months and are seeking a first professional experience related to their academic background.

Joining SIG means participating in change!

SIG is a local public company serving the population, businesses, and public authorities of Geneva. It provides a wide range of services in energy distribution, water, and waste recovery. As the industrial arm of the State of Geneva, it is committed to an ambitious ecological transition.

Committed to promoting equality between women and men as well as diversity within its teams, our institution encourages applications from everyone, regardless of gender, origin, or any other personal characteristic.

In areas where women are currently underrepresented, female applications are particularly encouraged.

Job posting no. 8226

Application deadline

31 October 2026