Electro-Mechanical Technician (TE-MSC-HSD-2026-193-GRAE)

Develop High Temperature Superconducting cables and coils; support integration and quality control.

CERN - European Organization for Nuclear Research

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Geneva (Switzerland)

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Overview

Develop High Temperature Superconducting cables and coils; support integration and quality control.

You have:

Experience in electrical testing or material testing.
Experience in reading and drawing of circuit diagrams.
Experience in the cabling and commissioning of electrical cabinets or machines is an advantage.
Experience in mechanical assembly is an advantage.
Knowledge in instrumentation and data acquisition is an advantage.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

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Job Description

You will be working on development of High Temperature Superconducting (HTS) cables and coils. You will work on the design, assembly, commissioning and operation of winding and cabling machines used to produce HTS cables with REBCO tapes.

We will teach you everything you need to know, the most important is that you are curious and eager to learn.

Your responsibilities

Perform quality control (QC) and measurements on REBCO tapes.
Participate in the qualification of the mechanical properties of REBCO tapes.
Make diagrams, wiring, PLC programming and commissioning of electro-mechanical systems.
Support activities related to the integration and use of REBCO tapes in HTS coils and cables.

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Your profile

Experience in electrical testing or material testing.
Experience in reading and drawing of circuit diagrams.
Experience in the cabling and commissioning of electrical cabinets or machines is an advantage.
Experience in mechanical assembly is an advantage.

Skills

Knowledge in instrumentation and data acquisition is an advantage.
Able to work independently and in teams.
Reliable and autonomous.
Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Eligibility criteria:

You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical and Electronics 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.

Additional Information

Job closing date: 16.08.2026 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-October-2026

This position involves:

A valid driving licence.
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: TE-MSC-HSD-2026-193-GRAE

Field of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Benchmark job: 300050 - Electromechanical 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.
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.
On-the-job and formal training including language classes.

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Potential interview questions

Describe your experience with circuit diagrams and how you have utilized this in past projects.	This question assesses your technical understanding and practical experience with circuit diagrams.	Share specific examples of projects where you successfully read or created circuit diagrams.
Can you provide an example of a situation where you had to perform quality control? What steps did you take?	This question explores your quality control experience and problem-solving skills.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach working both independently and as part of a team?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What techniques do you use for mechanical assembly, and what are the common challenges you face?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Can you explain a time when you had to learn a new skill or technology quickly?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What is your understanding of high temperature superconductivity, and how would it apply in this role?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you ensure safety protocols are followed when working with electrical systems?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Discuss an experience where you were exposed to new working conditions such as electromagnetic fields.	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.