Electrical Technician – HTS & Superconducting Magnet Testing

About the role

You will join the High‑Luminosity LHC upgrade team to qualify and characterise high‑temperature superconductor (HTS) tapes and cables. The position offers hands‑on training in cryogenics, superconductivity, and the assembly of high‑field magnets and high‑current power transmission systems.

Key responsibilities

• Perform reel‑to‑reel indirect critical current measurements.
• Conduct direct critical current and contact‑resistance measurements.
• Analyse experimental data and present test results.
• Install instrumentation in superconducting magnets.
• Participate in assembly and testing of 100 kA class power transmission systems for the HL‑LHC.
• Verify and validate integrated instrumentation.

Required profile

• Maximum two years of professional experience in Electrical or Electronics Engineering.
• Experience in electrical testing or material testing (the latter is a plus).
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Fluent in English or French, with willingness to learn the other language.
• National of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.

Required skills

• Critical current measurement techniques.
• Contact‑resistance measurement.
• Instrumentation and data‑acquisition systems.
• Reading and interpreting electrical diagrams.
• Electrical testing.
• Material testing.

What we offer

• Monthly stipend of 4 687 CHF (tax‑free).
• 30 days paid leave plus two weeks annual closure.
• Comprehensive health insurance for you and your family.
• Family, child and infant allowances where applicable.
• Relocation package covering installation grant and travel expenses.
• Possibility to extend the contract up to 36 months.
• On‑the‑job and formal training, including language classes.