Mechanical Technical Engineer

Are you a Mechanical Technical Engineer looking for unprecedented challenges and willing to contribute to building large scale detectors in underground caverns? Do you want to be part of an exciting international project and contribute to the development of unique cryogenic and gas purifications installations using the latest technologies? CERN, Take Part!

Description

Functions You will : 
* Be responsible for the implementation studies, for the writing of the technical specification, and for the follow-up of the construction and installation efforts concerning the cryogenic and gas purification systems for future large liquid argon based neutrino detectors to be installed at CERN.
* Collaborate with the project team based at Fermi Lab (Chicago, USA) on the implementation studies, on the definition of the technical specifications, and on theconstruction and installation follow-up of cryogenic and purification systems which the CERN team shall develop for future USA based neutrino detectors.
* Carry out activities to contribute to the design of large liquid argon cryostats for neutrino detectors.
* Be part of the team of CERN staff and international visitors working on this subject at CERN, contributing to the team at a Technical Engineer level.

Qualification required 
Bachelor's degree in the field of mechanics or thermodynamics, or equivalent. 

The experience required for this post is:
* Demonstrated experience - at Technical Engineer level - in calculation, design, production follow up, installation and commissioning of large mechanical installations.
* Profound experience in the field of cryogenics.
* A first experience on working in an internatioal project would be an advantage.


The technical competencies required for this post are:
* 3D & 2D technical drawing.
* Mechanical systems integration.
* Installation of cryogenics distribution systems.
* Commissioning and maintenance of mechanical equipment & systems.
* Design of mechanical structures.

Eligibility and closing date :
* Employing a diverse and international workforce is a CERN core value and central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States irrespective of gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion or personal situation.

* Founded in 1954 in Geneva, CERN - the European Organization for Nuclear Research is the world's most advanced fundamental research institute for particle physics. Over the last 50 years, it has become a prime example of international collaboration with currently 21 member states. 

* Please note that we only accept applications from CERN Member State nationals.
Read more about Employment Conditions

Nr of positions available : 1

Research Fields

Technology - Other

Career Stage

Early stage researcher or 0-4 yrs (Post graduate) 

Research Profiles

First Stage Researcher (R1) 

Benefits

Swiss Franc6732 - Swiss Franc7662 per month

Comment/web site for additional job details

Web Site: https://ert.cern.ch

Application website

http://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=cmVjcnVpdG1lbnQuNzcyMjguMzA3MUBjZXJuLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ

Application Deadline

20/05/2015

Envisaged Job Starting Date

23/04/2015