Electronics Technician

Electronics Technician (BE-BI-BL-2020-126-LD)
Geneva, Switzerland
Contract

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

Are you a motivated technician in the field of electronics? Are you passionate about building, maintaining and testing the complex electronics required to operate accelerators at the high energy frontier? Take Part!

CERN is looking for a talented technician specialising in electronics to join the Beams Department, which hosts the Groups responsible for beam generation, acceleration, diagnostics, controls and performance optimisation. This position will be in the Beam Instrumentation Group where you will take part in maintaining, testing and commissioning the diagnostic devices used to safely deliver beams to all experimental users at CERN.

Functions

Your main task will be to build, test, install and maintain the electronic systems used to monitor the particle beams throughout the entire CERN accelerator complex.

The job will involve:

Producing, assembling, testing and installing electronic acquisition systems and their related cabling infrastructure for instrumentation used to optimize the performance of the LHC and its injector chain.
Maintaining the electronic components of beam instrumentation systems throughout the CERN accelerator complex.
Collaboration with both internal and external partners.

Qualifications
Higher technical diploma in the field of electronics or electro-mechanics or a related field.

Experience:

This post requires demonstrated experience as a technician in the field of electronics or electro-mechanics, in particular in the production, installation and/or maintenance of electronic systems.

Technical competencies:

Construction, test and installation of electromechanical equipment and systems.
Assembly of electronic components; crates, racks and cabinets.
Testing and measurement of analog electronic circuits.
Manufacturing and assembly of custom cables, including connectors, using industrial standards.

Behavioural competencies:

Achieving results: Delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations.
Working in teams: Working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
Demonstrating flexibility: Adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
Solving problems: Identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French. Ability to draw-up technical specifications and to make oral presentations in at least one of the two languages. Willing to quickly acquire working knowledge of 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 12.11.2020.

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.
Interventions in underground installations.
A valid driving licence is required.
Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: BE-BI-BL-2020-126-LD