Electrical Design Technician (EN-EL-DDO-2026-218-GRAE) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
The Electrical Engineering Group (EN-EL) at CERN is responsible for the electrical power-distribution network (from 400 kV to 400/230V), for the fibre-optics infrastructure, and for signal and DC-power cabling for the accelerator complex.
You will join the electrical Design and Documentation Office (EN-EL-DDO).
You will take on a support electrical designer role.
- The Electrical Engineering Group (EN-EL) at CERN is responsible for the electrical power-distribution network (from 400 kV to 400/230V), for the fibre-optics infrastructure, and for signal and DC-power cabling for the accelerator complex.
- You will join the electrical Design and Documentation Office (EN-EL-DDO).
- Your responsibilities:
- Preparing design drawings using CAD software.
- Demonstrated experience in:
- The design of Low voltage distribution networks, cable sizing and selectivity studies.
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities:
- Preparing design drawings using CAD software.
- Preparing calculation notes using ElecCalc/Caneco BT or similar.
- Preparing bills of material and cabling tables for electrical-related equipment in Excel.
- Updating excel based design templates.
- General quality related tasks in the design office.
Key requirements
- Demonstrated experience in:
- The design of Low voltage distribution networks, cable sizing and selectivity studies.
- Producing drawings in AutoCAD or similar.
- The intermediate level of Microsoft EXCEL. Skills:
- An understanding of low voltage distribution networks (selectivity, completing calculation notes, knowledge of European LV standards, protection, protection of circuits for indirect contact, knowledge of different types of earthing systems).
- An understanding of power systems; voltage drop calculations, short circuit calculations, understanding fault levels, dimensioning of cables.
- Experience on low voltage design calculation tools (ElecCalc, Caneco or similar software).
- Proficient in AutoCAD or similar.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language. Beneficial skills/or knowledge:
- Experience on the design of lighting systems for buildings and external areas using DIALux.
- Experience with E-PLAN or similar software.
Application process
- By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma .
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Applicants with a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD degree are not eligible.
- Job closing date: 15.10.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Job flexibility: Fully Onsite Target start date: 01-January-2027 This position involves:
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence. Job reference: EN-EL-DDO-2026-218-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 300040 Electrical Technician Global Benefits A monthly stipend of 4687 Swiss Francs per month (tax free).
- 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
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!
- TAKE PART!
- More information about us, here: careers.cern
Additional details
- This is the perfect opportunity for a junior technician to further establish their existing knowledge of low voltage distribution circuits by putting it into practice.
- The intermediate level of Microsoft EXCEL.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language. Beneficial skills/or knowledge:
- Motivated candidates without direct design office experience would still be considered. Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. Job flexibility: Fully Onsite Target start date: 01-January-2027 This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence. Job reference: EN-EL-DDO-2026-218-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 300040 Electrical Technician A monthly stipend of 4687 Swiss Francs per month (tax free).
Notes and original content
- Your profile:
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language.
- Beneficial skills/or knowledge:
- Motivated candidates without direct design office experience would still be considered.
- Eligibility criteria:
- Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
- Job flexibility: Fully Onsite
- Target start date: 01-January-2027
- This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations.
Questions about this listing
What salary does CERN offer for this role?
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Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does CERN offer?
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