RF Amplifier Enginner

The Accelerator Division at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a RF Amplifier Engineer.

Description of directorate/division
The Accelerator Division is responsible for the design, construction, commissioning and operation of the ESS accelerator. The pulsed superconducting linac, to be built in Lund, will produce a 5 MW average power proton beam, driving the worlds´s most powerful neutron source. The RF group is responsible for design of the RF system for the ESS accelerator. Today we counts to six people, and by the end of 2013 we aim to number 12.

Qualifications and main responsibilities

As RF amplifier Engineer your main responsibilities will be to assist in the design, specification, procurement, and installation of the high power RF amplifiers the power distribution systems that power the accelerating cavities in the ESS linac. The amplifiers are typically klystrons, but any kind of suitable amplifier (IOT, tetrode, solid state) can be applied. To be successful in this position we believe you have a master's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent and practical experience of twork with hig power RF systems like klystrons or tetrodes. 

It will be an advantage if you have experience of working in an industrial environment and have links with both industrial and academic partners. Experience of research work on high power RF and/or distribution systems is also an advantage. An objective will be to keep the ESS technical design updated on novel and disruptive technologies and research relevant to the ESS accelerator baseline and future development. 

Strong communication, team work and collaboration skills are a must. Your English skills are excellent both spoken and written.

The position is permanent with six months initial probationary period. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden.

What ESS can offer

At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research.
Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of a company culture that promotes and supports internal career growth.

We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the company continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world

Application & Contact
Please provide your curriculum vitae and covering letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.

The deadline for applications is 26th of July 2013. 

For further information regarding the position, please contact Line manager, Anders Sunesson, anders.sunesson[at]esss.se. For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact HR Officer, Jessica Kvarnhammar, jessica.kvarnhammar[at]esss.se

We look forward to receiving your application, get involved, you are needed.