Mechanical Technician for aC coatings (TE-VSC-SCC-2026-114-GRAE)
Contribute to the final development of coating technologies at CERN.
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Overview
Contribute to the final development of coating technologies at CERN.
You have:
- You have practical experience in assembling mechanical equipment.
- You can machine metal in manual lathe and milling machines.
- You have knowledge in vacuum technology.
- You have knowledge of CNC.
- You are fluent in spoken and written English or French and committed to learn the other language.
- You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
- You have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in mechanical engineering or similar.
- Your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
Contract
This is a Entry Level contract. More about Entry Level contracts.
Job Description
You will contribute to the final development of the technology used to coat beam screens for the High-Luminosity LHC with amorphous carbon thin films. You will also take part in the deployment and production of these coatings in the LHC tunnel as a member of the coating team.
Your responsibilities will include the fabrication and assembly of mechanical components, as well as active participation in the coating process within the LHC tunnel.
Your responsibilities:
- Final implementation of the coating setups, (including mechanical design & construction of customised physical vapour depositions sources, carriers and other tooling; assembly of components for Ultra High Vacuum systems).
- Validating the coating technology and process (in the laboratories).
- Coating production, carried simultaneously in the LHC tunnel and on surface facilities.
More information here.
Your profile:
- Practical experience in assembling mechanical equipment.
- Machining metal in manual lathe and milling machines.
Skills:
- Design of mechanical components using CAD programs (like CATIA or equivalent).
- Working in teams.
- Knowledge in vacuum technology is an advantage.
- Knowledge of CNC is an advantage.
- 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 mechanical engineering or similar field (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: 13.05.2026 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-July-2026
This position involves:
- 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.
Job reference: TE-VSC-SCC-2026-114-GRAE
Field of work: Mechanical Engineering
Benchmark job: 300090 - Mechanical 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 a situation where you had to assemble mechanical equipment; what challenges did you face? | This question evaluates your practical experience and problem-solving skills in mechanical assembly. | Detail the specific equipment, your role in the assembly, and how you addressed any challenges. |
| How do you prioritize tasks when working under pressure in a team environment? | We want to see how you handle teamwork and prioritization in mechanical projects. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Can you share an example of your experience with vacuum systems? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What CAD programs have you used, and how do you implement design changes? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Explain a time when you worked on a project that required night shifts or flexible hours; how did you manage? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| Discuss a technical challenge you encountered during a mechanical project and how you solved it. | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| How do you ensure safety and compliance when working in radiation areas? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
| What motivated you to apply for this position at CERN? | Pro members can see the explanation. | Pro members can see the explanation. |
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