Job Description
Your responsibilities
Join CERN's Pulsed Power Team and help to shape the future of Particle Acceleration!
As a member of the Accelerator Beam Transfer (SY-ABT) group, you will be at the heart of developing the next generation of semiconductor-based pulse generatorsโa critical technology for steering particle beams in CERN's world-leading accelerator complex. This is a unique opportunity to see a project through its entire lifecycle, from concept to commissioning.
Your responsibilities will include:
1) Design, Simulation & Prototyping
Contribute to the design and production of power electronics modules for our inductive adder systems.Conduct analogue circuit simulations to validate and optimise performance.Build and assemble power electronic circuits with precision soldering of components.Specify, procure, and test key components to ensure they meet our requirements.2) Testing, Integration & Commissioning
Test prototypes and set up experiments.Integrate auxiliary systems and coordinate interfaces with the accelerator control systems.Perform measurements on kicker magnets and pulse generators, both in the lab and within the operational accelerators.Support the installation and contribute directly to the commissioning of the final systems that will power CERN's future research.What This Role Offers You
End-to-End Project Experience: gain comprehensive, hands-on experience across the full development cycle, from the drawing board to the accelerator tunnel.Pioneering Technology: work at the forefront of pulsed power innovation on a project with a direct impact on the future of high-energy physics.A World-Class Network: collaborate with leading engineers and physicists across CERN, building a valuable and diverse professional network.Your profile
Skills:
Knowledge of power electronics;Analogue circuit simulation software (PSpice, LTSpice, etc.);Measurements with oscilloscopes;Experience soldering PCB's and components;Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.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 Electronics, Electrical 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.Additional Information
Job closing date: 01.10.2025 at 23:59 CEST.
Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Target start date: 01-November-2025
This position involves:
Work in Radiation Areas.Interventions in underground installations.A valid driving licence.Exposure to ionising radiation and classified as category A.Operations on electrical installations or in their vicinity (over 1000 Volt AC or 1500 Volt DC) requiring a specific authorisation.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: SY-ABT-PPE-2025-170-GRAE
Field of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering
What we offer
A monthly stipend ranging between 5196 and 5716 Swiss Francs (net of tax).Coverage by CERN's comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.Depending on your individual circumstances: installation grant; family, child and infant allowances; payment of travel expenses at the beginning and end of contract.30 days of paid leave per year.On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French.About us
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.
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