Mechanical Technician (TE-VSC-IVOGRAE)

Geneva - Switzerland

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Your responsibilities:

As a Mechanical Technician in the Super Proton Synchrotron (SPS) Vacuum Team you will play an important role in ensuring the quality installation and operation of vacuum components in CERNs accelerator complex.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Carrying out the mechanical assembly of vacuum components and sub-assemblies including leak detection and quality control prior to installation.
Taking part in the installation of vacuum components in the SPS tunnel including pumpdown leak detection and commissioning activities.
Supporting the organisation of logistics and procurement for vacuum chambers and related equipment.
Documenting acceptance tests and interventions to ensure accurate traceability and reporting.

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Skills:

Essential skills:

Knowledge of mechanical assembly and design principles.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
Practical experience in the maintenance of mechanical equipment.
Basic computer skills for documenting and reporting.
Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.

Desirable skills:

Previous knowledge of vacuum technology (e.g. leak detection pressure measurement).
Spoken and written English or French with a commitment to learn the basics of the other language.

Eligibility criteria:

You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State.
By the application deadline you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Mechanical or Electromechanical Technology (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma.
You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
Applicants with a Bachelors Masters or PhD degree are not eligible.

Additional Information :

Job closing date: republished until 10.02.2026 .

Contract duration: 24 months with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.

Working hours: 40 hours per week

Target start date: 01-April-2026

This position involves:

Work in Radiation Areas.
Interventions in underground installations.
A valid driving licence.
Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.

Given the occupational health risks associated with this position the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.

Job reference: TE-VSC-IVOGRAE

Field of work: Mechanical Engineering

Global Benefits

A monthly stipend of 4687 Swiss Francs per month (tax free).
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
Coverage by CERNs comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself your spouse and children) and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
Family child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
On-the-job and formal training including language classes.

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Your responsibilities:As a Mechanical Technician in the Super Proton Synchrotron (SPS) Vacuum Team you will play an important role in ensuring the quality installation and operation of vacuum components in CERNs accelerator complex.Your main responsibilities will include:Carrying out the mechanical ...