Electrical Design Engineer (EP-DT-DI-2026-225-GRAE) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
Role overview
You will join a team responsible for developing and optimising hardware and software solutions for control, protection and safety systems used in CERN's experimental facilities.
In this role, you will contribute to the operation and reliability of the magnet systems of the LHC experiments, including ATLAS, CMS, ALICE and LHCb, as well as other critical infrastructure.
You will be involved in the design, implementation and maintenance of low-voltage electrical systems, working closely with engineers, technicians and physicists in a multidisciplinary environment. of CERN
- You will join a team responsible for developing and optimising hardware and software solutions for control, protection and safety systems used in CERN's experimental facilities.
- In this role, you will contribute to the operation and reliability of the magnet systems of the LHC experiments, including ATLAS, CMS, ALICE and LHCb, as well as other critical infrastructure.
- Your responsibilities
- Design and document low-voltage power and control systems for magnet safety, control and auxiliary infrastructure.
- Experience working on electrical engineering, automation or technical projects.
- Exposure to electrical circuit design and documentation.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities
- Design and document low-voltage power and control systems for magnet safety, control and auxiliary infrastructure.
- Participate in the implementation, testing and commissioning of electrical systems for future LHC upgrades.
Key requirements
- Experience working on electrical engineering, automation or technical projects.
- Exposure to electrical circuit design and documentation.
- Experience using engineering software tools for electrical design (e.g.
- EPLAN or equivalent).
- Experience with laboratory testing, commissioning or troubleshooting activities.
- Participation in collaborative technical projects involving multiple stakeholders. Skills
- Knowledge of low-voltage power distribution and control systems.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and technical documentation.
- Basic knowledge of PLCs, instrumentation and industrial control systems.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams.
- Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. Eligibility criteria:
Application process
- Contribute to the development and validation of electrical circuits for control and protection applications.
- Collaborate with physicists, engineers and technicians to develop reliable and efficient technical solutions.
- Produce technical documentation and support the operation of critical systems.
- By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical Technical 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: 11.10.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
Company and context
- Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization's installations. A valid driving licence.
- Stand-by duty, when required by the needs of the Organization.
- Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job reference: EP-DT-DI-2026-225-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 301140 Electrical Technical Engineer Global Benefits
- A monthly net stipend of either 5266 or 5793 Swiss Francs per month depending on your degree.
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
- A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
- Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
Additional details
- You will be involved in the design, implementation and maintenance of low-voltage electrical systems, working closely with engineers, technicians and physicists in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Participation in collaborative technical projects involving multiple stakeholders.
- 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: Fully Onsite Target start date: 01-December-2026 This position involves:
- Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization's installations. A valid driving licence.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed. Job reference: EP-DT-DI-2026-225-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 301140 Electrical Technical 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: Fully Onsite
- Target start date: 01-December-2026
- This position involves:
- Residence in the immediate vicinity of the Organization's installations.
- A valid driving licence.
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
CERN lists CHF 71'000 - 107'500 gross per year for this position in Genève. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CERN offer?
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Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Geneva?
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