Safety Electrical Technical Engineer (EN-ACE-AQSLD)

Geneva - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction

Within the Electrical Safety Project team you will be a key actor in the electrical safety management of the CERN accelerators contributing to intervention management.

Functions

Perform electrical risk analyses define associated mitigation measures request electrical lockouts of equipment and issue the work authorisations in compliance with electrical safety requirements.
Manage the network separations of the CERN accelerators.
Collate organise and centralise the documents/ data relevant for the electrical safety establishing contacts with the groups in charge of the main systems of the accelerators.
Gather on-site verify and update the documents/data of the accelerators powering circuits in collaboration with the concerned groups.
Liaise with the Accelerator and Technology Sector (ATS) groups to facilitate the application of the appropriate standards within the group.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

Confirmed experience in:

Electrical distribution network operation (HV and LV);
Electrical risk management and lock-out.

Technical competencies:

Occupational safety and risk management: familiarity with qualitative and quantitative electrical risk assessment.
Operation and maintenance of electrical circuits and networks: HV and LV.
Knowledge of EU regulations: knowledge of national legislation of France Switzerland and European rules in electrical work and operation.
Organisation planning and control.
Project management.

Behavioural competencies:

Solving Problems: addressing complex problems by breaking them down into manageable components.
Achieving Results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.
Communicating Effectively: demonstrating a pro-active approach to resolving differences; addressing issues of conflict constructively.
Demonstrating Accountability: taking responsibility for own actions and decisions.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English with a commitment to learn French.

Additional Information :

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERNs mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organisation. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible and applications should normally reach us no later than 04.01.2026 at 23:59 CET.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (4 years). Subject to certain conditions holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Flexibility: Hybrid

This position involves:

Work in Radiation Areas.
Interventions in underground installations.
A valid driving licence.
Stand-by duty when required by the needs of the Organisation.

Job grade: 4-5

Job reference: EN-ACE-AQSLD

Field of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Benchmark Job Title: Electrical Technical Engineer

Remote Work :

Employment Type :

Contract

IntroductionWithin the Electrical Safety Project team you will be a key actor in the electrical safety management of the CERN accelerators contributing to intervention management.FunctionsPerform electrical risk analyses define associated mitigation measures request electrical lockouts of equipment ...