Electronics Technician (SY-ABT-BTE-2025-105-LD)

Company Description

At CERN , the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Job Description

Introduction

Are you a motivated and experienced technician in the field of electronics and controls? If you are eager to acquire new skills and knowledge in a team of professionals who will train you in the field of controls for pulsed power systems applied at the largest particle physics laboratory in the world, this is an opportunity for you. CERN, take part! 

You will join the  Accelerator Systems Department  (SY), which is responsible for the beam-related technical systems of the CERN accelerators. The SY teams design, build and operate equipment systems in all CERN accelerators, and are engaged in ambitious forward-looking R&D programmes. 

The  Accelerator Beam Transfer Group  (ABT) is in charge of the design, development, construction, installation, exploitation, and maintenance of all the particle beam injection as well as the extraction equipment of the CERN’s accelerator complex. 

You will be working in the  Beam Transfer Electronics  (BTE) Section specialised in?the design and exploitation of controls electronics for all equipment under the responsibility of the ABT group and associated R&D activities. 

Functions

As an electronics technician, in close collaboration with the experts of the Group, you will: 

• Participate in the exploitation, maintenance, repair and upgrade of existing control systems under the responsibility of the BTE section, proposing improvements as required; 
• Develop and commission hardware solutions (circuit and PCB) for the control of beam transfer equipment across the whole CERN accelerator complex; 
• Study and design new hardware solutions; 
• Produce dedicated software for the testing, commissioning and in-depth performance analysis of ABT equipment;  
• Ensure that all equipment and controls hardware is properly tracked using asset management software; 
• Guarantee the operational performance of equipment under your responsibility. 

Qualifications

Higher technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of electronics or controls or a related field.

Experience:

• Proven experience as a technician in the field of electronics, ideally in fault finding, repair and testing;
• Experience with Python or other scripting languages, for automating test benches and procedures;
• Experience in design and simulation of electronic circuits, in particular digital and mixed-signal circuits with low complexity, would be an asset. 

Technical competencies:

• Layout of electronic circuit boards;
• Testing and measurement of analog electronic circuits;
• Testing and measurement of digital electronic circuits;
• Knowledge of programming techniques and languages.

Behavioural competencies:

• Working in teams: cooperating constructively with others in the pursuit of team goals; balancing personal goals with team goals.
• Solving problems: producing workable and timely solutions that meet requirements Identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them.
• Demonstrating flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements Being willing to work on different projects simultaneously.
• Achieving results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
• Learning and sharing knowledge: keeping up-to-date with developments in own field of expertise and readily absorbing new information; thinking "out of the box" and proposing fresh ideas, insights and methodologies.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States .

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than June 22, 2025 at 23:59 CET.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

This position involves:

• Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.
• Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: SY-ABT-BTE-2025-105-LD

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