Site Engineer

The Infrastructure Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Site Engineer.

Description of directorate/division
The Conventional Facilities (CF) division is responsible for the planning, design and construction of all buildings and installations required for operation of the accelerator, target and instruments.

CF works also include site and infrastructure preparation, construction support, all facility buildings, user and general service buildings.

Description of main responsibilities
ESS is looking for a Site Engineer for the construction phase of ESS. The aim for the ESS project is to have a collaboration contract that means that part of the project management will come from the contractor and part will come from ESS.

The Site Engineer will be a part of preparing the project with tasks such as procurement, estimation and planning in the first phase of the project. As the project develops there will be possibilities for the right candidate to develop and the responsibility will grow. 

Qualifications
We truly believe that to enjoy and perform in this position you have minimum a Bachelor of Science within Civil Engineering. You have 2-3 years work experience from Civil Construction. 

You are a person who thrives in being part of a project organisation, you are able to solve issues without friction and you choose the best solutions for the project. You are proud of your work, set high standard for quality and quantity and your English skills are excellent, both written and oral.

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 an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth.
We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility 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 cover 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 January 12, 2014.

For further information regarding the position, please contact, Design Coordinator, Magnus Jakobsson, magnus.jakobsson[at]esss.se. For further information regarding the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Partner, Jessica Kvarnhammar, jessica.kvarnhammar[at]esss.se. 

We look forward to receiving your application.