Mechanical Engineer (EN-MME-EDM-2025-66-GRAP)
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Publication date:
08 May 2025- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join CERN as a Mechanical Engineer in Geneva, Switzerland. Be part of groundbreaking projects in a collaborative environment.
Tasks
- Design components for the HTC cryomodule used in colliders.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and technical standards.
- Collaborate with teams on procurement and assembly operations.
Skills
- Master's in Mechanical Engineering with 2-6 years experience.
- Expertise in mechanical design and numerical modelling.
- Proficiency in 3D modelling software and cryogenics knowledge.
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Mechanical Engineer (EN-MME-EDM-2025-66-GRAP)
Workplace Geneva, Lake Geneva region, Switzerland CategoryMechanical Engineering
Position Engineer / Technician
Published 7 May 2025 Closing Date 30 May 2025 Job Description
Your responsibilitiesThe Mechanical and Material Engineering ( EN-MME ) group, part of the Engineering Department ( ), is seeking for a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the design, production, and installation of the HTC cryomodule, a key component in the strategy of the development of the cryomodule hosting the radiofrequency (RF) cavities for the future FCC-ee collider . The Horizontal Test Cryomodule (HTC) will be a muti-cavity test device able to test RF cavities in the horizontal position with installed FPC (Fundamental Power Coupler), in an environment as close as possible to the final configuration of use.
You will play a critical role in mechanical design, calculation, procurement and assembly working closely with senior engineers, designers, and technicians to ensure the successful development and construction of the cryomodule. The role will involve collaboration with various CERN teams, above all the Systems Department, Radiofrequency team, which is in charge of developing the FCC-ee RF cryostat and the Technology Department, Cryogenics team.
Responsibilities:
- Contribute to design solutions for the main components of the cryomodule, including supports for cavities.
- Assess the mechanical design of the main components (vacuum vessel, thermal shield, cryogenic lines) against the requirements of the CERN safety Rules and the European applicable regulations and technical standards.
- Prepare the heat budget of the HTC cryomodule.
- Support part procurement, quality control, logistic, cryostat assembly in CERN’s workshops and assembly facilities.
Your profile
Skills
- Design and analysis of mechanical structures by finite-element and analytical methods.
- Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in solid mechanics.
- Knowledge of 3D modelling software.
- Knowledge of design codes and compliance verification of mechanical equipment: including steel structures and pressure vessels.
- Basic knowledge of cryogenics would be an advantage.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
Eligibility criteria:
- You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State .
- You have a professional background in Mechanical Engineering (or a related field) and have either:
- a Master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience;
- or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
Additional Information
Job closing date: 29.05.2025 at 23:59 CEST .Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Target start date: 01-July/August-2025
This position involves:
- A valid driving licence.
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
Job reference: EN-MME-EDM-2025-66-GRAP
Field of work: Mechanical Engineering
What we offer
- A monthly stipend ranging between 6287 and 6911 Swiss Francs per month (net of tax).
- Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
- Depending on your individual circumstances: installation grant; family, child and infant allowances; payment of travel expenses at the beginning and end of contract.
- 30 days of paid leave per year.
- On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French.
About us
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern.
We are on a Quest. A Journey into discovery like no other. Bring your expertise to our unique work and develop your knowledge and skills at pace. Join world-class subject matter experts on unique projects, in a Quest for greater knowledge and deeper understanding.
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