3D Integration Engineer (EN-ACE-INT-2026-183-GRAE) — CERN
NewCHF 60'500 - 91'500
CERN · Geneva, GENEVA, Switzerland (GE)
- Location
- Geneva
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
SalaryCHF 60'500 - 91'500
Role overview
The 3D Integration Office, part of CERN's EN-ACE group, coordinates integration activities for the third Long Shutdown (LS3), a major programme shaping the future of the accelerator complex.
In this role, you will coordinate a multidisciplinary team of designers, oversee complex 3D integration studies, and drive continuous improvement of data quality processes.
Working at the core of one of CERN's most ambitious engineering programmes, you will collaborate with diverse technical experts and contribute to the successful integration of advanced systems in a highly international environment. of CERN
- The 3D Integration Office, part of CERN's EN-ACE group, coordinates integration activities for the third Long Shutdown (LS3), a major programme shaping the future of the accelerator complex.
- In this role, you will coordinate a multidisciplinary team of designers, oversee complex 3D integration studies, and drive continuous improvement of data quality processes.
- Your responsibilities
- Coordinate, monitor and follow up 3D integration studies supporting the third Long Shutdown (LS3) of the CERN accelerator complex.
- Mechanical, industrial, systems or integration engineering.
- Organising and managing technical data using digital engineering or information management tools.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Coordinate, monitor and follow up 3D integration studies supporting the third Long Shutdown (LS3) of the CERN accelerator complex.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during on-site installation and maintenance activities to identify and resolve integration issues.
- Prepare and maintain technical documentation, update project information in internal IT platforms (e.g.
- Track It, EDMS), and develop dashboards to support project monitoring and decision-making.
- Create, update and maintain 3D models using CATIA V5 to ensure accurate and reliable integration data.
- Contribute to improving the quality of CAD data within the PDM/PLM environment and support robust 3D integration validation workflows.
- Help develop and standardise 3D integration processes, methodologies and best practices across the Integration Office.
- Verify mechanical and magnetic references in close collaboration with the Layout and Configuration Management team.
- Support the organisation and reporting of Integration Committee meetings, fostering effective communication and coordination between stakeholders.
Key requirements
- Mechanical, industrial, systems or integration engineering.
- Organising and managing technical data using digital engineering or information management tools.
- Preparing clear technical documentation and presenting engineering information in a structured and accessible way.
- Coordinating technical activities involving multiple stakeholders and managing priorities effectively.
- Working with PDM/PLM environments or engineering data management systems is an advantage. Skills
- 3D CAD modelling skills, preferably using CATIA V5 or an equivalent CAD software.
- Understanding of mechanical assemblies, installation constraints and 3D integration principles.
- Interest in process improvement, standardisation and engineering quality.
- Ability to analyse technical issues and propose practical solutions in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent organisational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage several tasks simultaneously.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
- You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State .
Application process
- By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Engineering (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree .
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Applicants without University degree are not eligible.
- Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.
- Job closing date: 30.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Working hours: 40 hours per week Job flexibility: Hybrid Target start date: 01-September-2026 This position involves:
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence. Job reference: EN-ACE-INT-2026-183-GRAE Field of work: Mechanical Engineering Benchmark job: 200090 Mechanical Engineer Global Benefits
Company and context
- At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology.
- Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields.
- Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive.
- Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe.
- We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose.
- Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
- If you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive.
- Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe!
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- More information about us, here: careers.cern
Additional details
- Working at the core of one of CERN's most ambitious engineering programmes, you will collaborate with diverse technical experts and contribute to the successful integration of advanced systems in a highly international environment.
- Working with PDM/PLM environments or engineering data management systems is an advantage.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Working hours: 40 hours per week Job flexibility: Hybrid Target start date: 01-September-2026 This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence. Job reference: EN-ACE-INT-2026-183-GRAE Field of work: Mechanical Engineering Benchmark job: 200090 Mechanical Engineer
Notes and original content
- Your profile
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
- Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
- Working hours: 40 hours per week
- Job flexibility: Hybrid
- Target start date: 01-September-2026
- This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations.
- A valid driving licence.
