Electrical Design Technician

The Electrical Design Technician is a junior technical appointment in CERN's Electrical Engineering Group (EN-EL), supporting the Design and Documentation Office with electrical drawings, low-voltage distribution design, cable and equipment sizing, LV protection studies and related quality activities. The role involves using CAD and electrical calculation tools, preparing bills of material and templates, and may include work in radiation areas and underground installations. The position is intended for early-career technicians and can be extended up to 36 months, with on-the-job and formal training provided.

Monthly net stipend (4687 CHF); 30 days paid leave plus annual closure; health insurance coverage for self and family; CERN Pension Fund membership; family/child allowances; relocation package; on-the-job and formal training including language classes.

Applicants must be nationals of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State (with some nationalities currently not considered), have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in a technical or administrative field, hold at most a general secondary education diploma or a shorter non-university degree (must not hold a bachelor's, master's or PhD), and must never have held a CERN fellow or graduate contract. Spoken and written English or French is required, with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language.

Apply online via the CERN SmartRecruiters application form with CV (English or French), a copy of the most relevant diploma or certificate of achievement, and any supporting documents considered relevant.