Electrical or Electronics Technical Engineer (TE-MPE-MP-2026-214-GRAE) — CERN
- Location
- Genève
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- 8 days ago
Role overview
If you enjoy understanding how things work, solving and learning through hands-on experimentation, this role could be for you.
From testing advanced electrical and electronic systems, this role offers a unique opportunity to develop practical engineering skills in a world-leading research environment.
As a member of the team developing CERN's 13 kA Energy Extraction System controls, you will contribute to system testing, troubleshooting, data acquisition, hardware installation and commissioning systems. of CERN
- If you enjoy understanding how things work, solving and learning through hands-on experimentation, this role could be for you.
- From testing advanced electrical and electronic systems, this role offers a unique opportunity to develop practical engineering skills in a world-leading research environment.
- Your responsibilities:
- Set up instrumentation devices (oscilloscopes, measurement probes, function generators, etc.) and conduct commissioning and performance qualification tests.
- Experience in the installation, test, troubleshooting of electrical and/or electronic circuits and devices.
- Experience with instrumentation (setting up measurement devices such as oscilloscopes, measurement probes, function generators, etc).
Main responsibilities
- Your responsibilities:
- Set up instrumentation devices (oscilloscopes, measurement probes, function generators, etc.) and conduct commissioning and performance qualification tests.
- Debug and troubleshoot electronic and electrical circuits.
- PCB tests and validation.
- Set up DAQ devices.
- Data collection and analysis.
- Test report preparation.
- Assemble, test and install electronic chassis.
- Test hardware performance validation.
Key requirements
- Experience in the installation, test, troubleshooting of electrical and/or electronic circuits and devices.
- Experience with instrumentation (setting up measurement devices such as oscilloscopes, measurement probes, function generators, etc).
- Experience of PCB production and tests.
- Basic experience with set up DAQ systems and electrical/electronic signals data analysis.
- Experience with test stations validating the performance of control electronic and electrical production would be an advantage. Skills:
- Knowledge of electrical and/or electronic circuits, debugging and measurement techniques.
- Basic knowledge of Electromechanical devices and maintenance.
- Ability to write test reports and documentation.
- Knowledge of using mechanical tooling during the installation of the equipment would be an asset.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language. 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 Electrical or Electronics 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: 20.09.2026 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: 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: TE-MPE-MP-2026-214-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 301140 Electrical Technical 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!
- TAKE PART!
- More information about us, here: careers.cern
Additional details
- As a member of the team developing CERN's 13 kA Energy Extraction System controls, you will contribute to system testing, troubleshooting, data acquisition, hardware installation and commissioning systems.
- Experience with test stations validating the performance of control electronic and electrical production would be an advantage.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language. 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-January-2027 This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations. A valid driving licence. Job reference: TE-MPE-MP-2026-214-GRAE Field of work: Electrical Engineering Benchmark job: 301140 Electrical Technical Engineer
Notes and original content
- Your profile:
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language.
- 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-January-2027
- This position involves:
- Interventions in underground installations.
- A valid driving licence.
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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