Company Description

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.

Job Description

Introduction

The Engineering Department (EN) pushes back the limits of technology so that physicists can carry out their research. Within the Electrical Engineering (EL) group of the EN department, you will join the section of the Design and Documentation Office (DDO), which is responsible for delivering electrical designs for the group, as well as the database and documentation management of the continuously evolving transmission and distribution networks.

Are you a qualified and proactive electrical technician, specialized in maintenance/operation of electrical networks?

Then your skills could contribute to the operation, maintenance, consolidation and extension of the complex electrical transmission and distribution network of CERN, dedicated to a unique laboratory hosting some of the world’s most complex technical installations. Join CERN’s Electrical Engineering team. Take part!

Functions

As an Electrical Technician in the Maintenance and Operation section, you will be responsible for maintaining and operating part of CERN’s high and low voltage electrical network.

As responsible for maintaining and operating a portion of CERN’s electrical network, you will:

• Operate the high and low voltage network (lockouts, switch off/on of electrical equipment, reconfiguration).
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs, document them and lead/contribute to the preparation of reports.
• Perform regular inspections, to ensure the electrical network’s reliability and safety.
• Be the contact person for users connected to the electrical network in the area.
• Supervise preventive or corrective maintenance activities, or works.
• Contribute to electrical projects being executed by the Group: participate in project meetings, assist in the definition of technical solutions, prepare and execute tests and commissioning, carry out acceptance tests of high or low voltage installations.
• Organize the realization of small electrical works in your area (discuss of needs with the users, define technical solutions in a collaboration with the design office, prepare and supervise the interventions with contractors, commission and acceptance of the installation).
• Keep accurate records of maintenance and operational activities, including work performed, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken.
• Participate in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and public holidays.

Qualifications

Technical certificate or general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electricity or a related field.

Experience:

The experience required for this post is:

• Proven experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical equipment composing high and low voltage electrical networks, including troubleshooting and repairs.
• Proven knowledge of electrical equipment associated with high and low voltage electrical networks.
• Experience with supervising third-parties’ work on site, would be an asset.
• Proficiency in utilising Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) would be an asset.

Technical competencies:

• Operation and maintenance of electrical circuits and networks
• Construction, test and commissioning of electrical circuits and networks: including commissioning, maintenance & operation of electrical distribution systems.
• Organisation, planning and control: including supervision of works
• Commissioning, maintenance & operation of electrical distribution systems.

Behavioural competencies:

• Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships
• Managing Self: working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting
• Communicating Effectively: ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented
• Achieving Results: driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion
• Demonstrating Flexibility: demonstrating a willingness to accept changing circumstances; supporting initiatives for change

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French: ability to understand and speak at least one language in routine situations.

Willingness to learn and improve the other language.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 05/01/2025 at 23:45 CET.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

This position involves:

• Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.
• Shift work, when required by the needs of the Organization.
• Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: EN-EL-MO-2024-187-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Electrical Technician