ELECTRICAL OR ELECTROMECHANICAL TECHNICIAN M/F REF TE-ABT-FPS-2015-55-LD

Functions

As a member of a small and multidisciplinary team, you will:

•Participate in the surveillance, fault diagnostics and maintenance work on operational fast pulsed magnet systems on the field.

•Assist engineers in R&D activities by organising, preparing and participating in the refurbishment or the construction of new high voltage pulse generators and fast pulsed magnets.

•Assist in the logistics coordination and in the writing of procedures for the assembly, the installation and the commissioning of complete systems or sub-systems.

•Carry out high voltage electrical tests and write test reports.

Qualification required

Higher technical diploma in the field of electrical or electromechanics engineering, or equivalent.

Please note that preference will be given to candidates with the above-mentioned qualifications: In principle consideration will not be given to applications from people with higher qualifications.

Experience and competencies

The experience required for this post is:

•First hands on experience in one or several of the following fields:, testing,maintenance and construction of electromechanical systems.

•Experience of electromagnetism, high-voltage technology, pulsed power applications would be an asset for this position.

The technical competencies required for this post are:

•Maintenance & operation of electro-mechanical equipment.
•Installation & dismantling of electro-mechanical equipment.
•Use of Scientific and Engineering software packages.
•Use of Office software packages.
•Knowledge of electrical measurement techniques including digital oscilloscopes.

The behavioural competencies required for this post are:

•Achieving results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
•Solving problems: addressing complex problems by breaking them down into manageable components.
•Working in teams: contributing to promoting a positive atmosphere in the team through an optimistic and constructive attitude; addressing issues.
•Demonstrating flexibility: being able to demonstrate flexibility whilst abiding by all applicable rules; Demonstrating openness to new ideas and situations; Adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.

The language competencies required are:

•English or French: spoken and written. The ability to understand and speak the other language in routine situations would be an advantage.

Eligibility conditions

Employing a diverse and international workforce is a CERN core value and central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or personal situation.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 05.05.15.

By applying here, you allow CERN to consider your application for any position it considers relevant with respect to your profile. Please ensure you update your profile regularly with any relevant information and that you inform the recruitment service if you wish your file to be removed from the database.

Note on Employment Conditions

We offer a limited-duration contract for a period of 5 years. Limited-duration contracts shall terminate by default on their date of expiry.
Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

These functions require:

•Work in Radiation Areas.
•Interventions in underground installations.
•A valid driving licence.
•Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.

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