Mechanical Technician

The SY-STI-BDE Section is responsible for the design, assembly, installation, and maintenance of beam-intercepting devices at CERN's accelerator complex. The role involves supporting safety-critical systems and ensuring efficient operation of CERN’s accelerators through mechanical engineering tasks.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the purchase, storage and shipment of raw material and components.
• Handle the conditioning of several components to be compliant with the Ultra-High Vacuum (UHV) requirements of collimators.
• Perform the machining of simple parts based on drawings produced with CAD programs.
• Be active on the assembly of collimators and several sub-components and its auxiliary systems.
• Participate in the assembly of the HL-LHC beam dump systems.
• Keep track and maintain all related documents and databases.
• Take an active role in the installation, commissioning and maintenance of the equipment.
• Manage the appropriate disposal/storage of radioactive parts and equipment withdrawn from the facility.
• Provide mechanical and logistics support.
• Contribute to mechanical support activities around different facilities at CERN.

Requirements

• You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State, excluding Pakistani and Lithuanian nationals for 2026 start date positions.
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in a technical or administrative field.
• Your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma or a shorter non-university degree; you cannot hold a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Your studies focused on Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge in designing mechanical components.
• Assembling and testing precision mechanics.
• Knowledge of CAD systems, 3D and 2D drawing.
• Good communication skills.
• Well-organised and accountable.
• Ability to work in a team as well as independently.
• Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
• A valid driving licence.
• Medical clearance is required due to occupational health risks associated with the position.
• Ability to work in radiation areas and underground installations.

Skills

• Mechanical Engineering
• Design of Mechanical Components
• Precision Mechanics Assembly
• Mechanical Testing
• CAD Systems
• 3D Drawing
• 2D Drawing
• Technical Communication
• Teamwork
• Independent Work
• Driving License
• Radiation Safety
• Underground installation interventions

Languages

English, French