Electrical Technician

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. Find out more on http://home.cern.
Job Description
Introduction

The Engineering Department (EN) pushes forwards the limits of technology so that physicists can carry out their research. Within the Electrical Engineering (EL) group of the EN department, you will join the Electrical Works and Services (EWS) section, which is in charge of the delivery of electrical work, the commissioning of new electrical installations, and the operation of the CERN electrical transmission and distribution network.

Are you a qualified and proactive electrical technician, specialized in the commissioning of electrical equipment and the operation of electrical networks?

Contribute your skill and experience to the operation, maintenance, consolidation and expansion of CERN's complex electrical transmission and distribution network, at the heart of one of the world's most complex and exciting scientific experiments. Join the CERN electrical engineering team. Take part!

Functions

As an Electrical Technician in the Electrical Works and Services (EWS) section, you will work on the operations of high and low voltage electrical equipment and networks.

You will:

-Operate (network configuration, lockouts, isolation) and monitor conditions (perform rounds, anticipate faults, checks labelling) and act as an interface with users for the electrical installations and equipment in the area under your responsibility. Act as back up in a second area at CERN;
-Perform repairs or troubleshooting ;
-Participate to the reception of new high or low voltage installations; prepare and execute the corresponding test and commissioning;
-Participate in the verification and monitoring of the technical compliance of contractors' activities and conduct inspections during interventions;
-Organize the realisation of small works in your area (from the definition of the users' request to the commissioning of the system);
-Participation to the Group's projects: definition of technical solutions, follow up works, tests and commissioning; Carry out regular inspections of the installations in your area of responsibility and in particular of safety equipment (diesel generators, automatic devices, emergency shutdowns); the safety of electrical premises under your responsibility;
-Participate in a regular on-call service, including nights, Sundays and holidays.

Qualifications
Technical certificate or general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

-Proven experience in the supervision of electrical work, including preparation and verification of work packages, supervision of work and acceptance of electrical installations;
-Proven experience in the operation and maintenance of a high or low voltage electrical system, including troubleshooting and repairs;
-Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS);
-Very good knowledge of modern equipment associated with complex high or low voltage electrical networks (400KV, 66kV, 18kV and 400V).
-Experience or knowledge in maintenance and operation of photovoltaic panels would be an asset.

Technical competencies:

-Construction, test and commissioning of electrical circuits and networks
-Operation and maintenance of electrical circuits and networks
-Project management
-Knowledge of high and low voltage electrical circuits and networks; (1)
-Technical supervision of the contract.(5)

Behavioural competencies:

-Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships
-Managing Self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting
-Achieving Results: driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion
-Demonstrating Flexibility: demonstrating a willingness to accept changing circumstances; supporting initiatives for change
-Communicating Effectively: ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French; Good knowledge of the other language or willingness to acquire it rapidly.

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 08.01.2023

Employment Conditions

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

These functions require:

-Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
-Work in Radiation Areas.
-Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization's installations.
-Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays.
-Interventions in underground installations.
-A valid driving licence is required.
-Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.