Electro-Mechanical Technician

About the role

CERN is looking for an Electro-Mechanical Technician to join a team of engineers and technicians working on advanced electro-mechanical equipment in a high-technology environment. You will take part in the design, assembly, wiring, testing and commissioning of specialised machines, gaining hands-on experience across electrical, mechanical and control systems. Training is provided.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect and test advanced materials, carry out quality checks and measurements and support laboratory testing of materials under different mechanical conditions.
• Create electrical diagrams, wire equipment, programme PLCs and commission electro-mechanical machines.
• Take part in the assembly, testing and operation of specialised machinery.
• Work with engineers and technicians to integrate new materials into cables and coils for future technologies.

Required profile

• Nationality of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
• Maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (or a related field).
• Highest qualification is a general secondary education diploma; applicants with a Bachelor's, Master's or PhD are not eligible.
• No previous CERN fellow or graduate contract.
• Valid driving licence; medical clearance is required after selection because of exposure to electromagnetic fields.

Required skills

• Basic experience in electrical testing or material testing.
• Reading and drawing of circuit diagrams.
• Advantageous: cabling and commissioning of electrical cabinets or machines, mechanical assembly, instrumentation and data acquisition.
• Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

What we offer

• Fixed-term contract of 24 months, extendable up to 36 months, fully onsite, 40 hours per week, starting 1 January 2027.
• Monthly stipend of 4,687 Swiss Francs (tax free).
• 30 days of paid leave plus 2 weeks annual closure, health insurance coverage and pension fund membership.
• Family, child and infant allowances, relocation package and on-the-job training including language classes.