Test & Measurement Engineer (BE-CEM-MTALD)

Introduction

You will help design integrate and operate complex test and measurement systems in cryogenic electrical and controls environments.
Your work will support the characterisation and validation of superconducting magnets and related components under demanding protection synchronisation and reliability requirements. You will join CERNs Beams Department working in the Controls Electronics and Mechatronics Group and the Measurement Test and Analysis section. The role involves developing modern control and data acquisition systems using LABVIEW C Python and CERN controls technologies.

Functions

• Design develop and validate software controls and data acquisition architectures for superconducting magnet cable and coil test benches from functional requirements to acceptance tests.
• Develop maintain and integrate applications in C Python LabVIEW and CERN controls technologies including FESA/CMW equipment control interfaces for front-end and test-bench systems.
• Integrate and support electronics instrumentation timing interlocks protection and data acquisition hardware on Linux-based real-time and front-end platforms.
• Operate monitor debug and improve complex superconducting magnet test systems including cryogenic measurements high-current/high-voltage tests fast transients quench detection and safe data acquisition.
• Collaborate with CERN teams responsible for magnets powering protection cryogenics electronics and controls; document and present results and promote good software engineering practices including GitLab code reviews automated testing and clear documentation.

Qualifications :

Masters degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Computer Science Software Engineering Electronics Engineering Computer Engineering Applied Physics or a related field.

Experience:

• Proven experience in C and Python software design and development for data acquisition automation testing analysis or controls applications.
• Experience developing software for hardware control and data acquisition systems preferably on Linux-based real-time or front-end platforms.
• Knowledge of CERN accelerator controls concepts and technologies such as FESA CMW device-property models timing systems or equipment control interfaces would be a strong asset.
• Familiarity with electronics instrumentation signal conditioning acquisition hardware and troubleshooting of measurement chains; experience with LabVIEW LabVIEW RT or LabVIEW FPGA would be an asset.
• Understanding of superconducting magnet or cryogenic/electrical testing challenges including quench detection high-voltage protection electrical insulation tests noise synchronisation interlocks and safe acquisition.

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge and deployment of computing hardware.
• Testing and measurement of front-end electronics for analogue sensors and transducers.
• Measurement and analysis of magnets.
• Design modelling and measurement of superconductors for magnets.

Behavioural competencies:

• Working in Teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities.
• Communicating Effectively: expressing opinions ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point.
• Solving Problems: producing workable and timely solutions that meet requirements.
• Demonstrating Accountability: working conscientiously and reliably; delivering on promises.
• Achieving Results: driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion.

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 Organization. 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 31.08.2026 at 23:59 CEST.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (3 years). Subject to certain conditions holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite

This position involves:

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• 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 grade: 6-7

Job reference: BE-CEM-MTALD

Field of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Benchmark Job Title: Computing Engineer

Global Benefits

• A competitive salary (tax free) increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.
• 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 removal travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
• Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.

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Every day we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation and it remains central to our mission and continued success.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract