Mechanical Fabrication Engineer (EN-MME-FS-2022-22-LD)

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

The Engineering Department (EN) pushes forward the limits of technology to provide innovative research tools to the physics and engineering worldwide community. The position is opened in the Mechanical and Materials Engineering (MME) Group, which owns, maintains and develops the 40 years old know-how on the mechanical design,
manufacturing and assembly of accelerator and detector devices.

In particular, the Fabrication Methods and Subcontracting (FS) Section, which covers a crucial role to foster the bridging between the design and fabrication offering unique expertise in design for manufacturing, fabrication methods, management of fabrication projects as well as contract management for subcontracted production via member states industrial partners. Complex and diverse equipment for accelerators and detectors like beam intercepting devices, RF Cavities, superconducting magnets, UHV components, pressure vessels, special lifting equipment and support structures are just few examples among the wide-ranging fabrication.

As a Mechanical Engineer in the Fabrication Methods & Subcontracting (FS) Section, you will participate in the preparation of fabrication of components relying on a wide range of technologies, including machining, forming and welding, either internally in one of Group's workshops or externally through subcontracting in industry.

Are you passionate by fabrication using state of the art technologies? Are you skilled in both manufacturing techniques and mechanical design? Then this is an opportunity for you: you will be part of a multidisciplinary team creating a large variety of equipment and components used at CERN, in the framework of a wide range of research and development projects. CERN, take part!

Functions

You will:

-Identify the most suitable fabrication methods and contribute to the balance between internal construction and subcontracting (make or buy strategy).
-Foster the bridging between design office and workshop, review drawing files and adapt them for fabrication, including providing technical advice to stakeholders on fabrication methods and design (design for manufacturing).
-Provide time, costs and resources estimates for fabrications.
-Assume direct responsibility for the technical coordination of CERN internal fabrication projects.
-Manage tendering process for industrial productions including drafting of technical specifications and manage related supply contracts.
-Actively contribute to continuous scouting to identify and qualify new industrial partners within CERN member and associate states.
-Develop advanced simulations of fabrication methods via FEM codes.
-Supervise fellows and/or students.

Qualifications
Master's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of mechanical, nuclear, aerospace, materials engineering or a related field.

Experience:

-Extensive experience in mechanical design and fabrication projects in a professional context including design calculation, cost estimation, project management and scheduling (from design to prototyping, manufacturing and commissioning phases).
-Demonstrated experience in mechanical components assembly, good understanding of fabrication techniques and their application to the design process.
-Demonstrated experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a research institute or industry. Marked flair for mechanical design including development of complex mechanical systems.
-Practical and theoretical knowledge of finite element methods (FEM) for nonlinear, static and dynamic, thermal and mechanical analyses, along with calculations and use of computer aided design (CAD) in a professional context.
-Experience in drafting technical drawings would be an asset.

Technical competencies:

-Production of 2D drawings and 3D models: in particular ability to read/interpret technical drawings and ISO dimensioning and tolerancing; knowledge of CAD tools, preferably CATIATM.
-Knowledge and application of manufacturing methods and work preparation: in particular assembly of mechanical structures and equipment as well as their manufacturing.
-Design and construction of machines: involving high precise tolerances and knowledge of metallic and non- metallic materials.
-Quality management: knowledge of quality control procedures and standards applicable to mechanical production including metrology and mechanical measurements.
-Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in solid mechanics: e.g. AnsysTM and LS-Dyna computation package or similar finite element programs.

Behavioural competencies:

-Managing Self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting Taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen Remaining objective, focussed and productive in a stressful environment; focusing on solutions rather than problems
-Achieving Results: defining clear objectives, milestones and deliverables before initiating work/ project Delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations Driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion
-Solving Problems: identifying, defining and assessing problems, taking action to address them
-Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships
-Demonstrating Flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French: ability to understand and speak the other language in professional contexts.
Ability to draw-up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations in English.
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.