Paul Scherrer Institut (PSI)
Villigen PSI
Geomatics Engineer
- 14 July 2026
- 100%
- Permanent position
- Villigen PSI
Job summary
The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland's largest research center. Join our dynamic team working on innovative solutions in energy, health, and future technologies.
Tasks
- Plan and execute complex surveying tasks for research facilities.
- Advise teams on surveying and adjustment tasks in projects.
- Operate and enhance measurement applications within the team.
Skills
- Degree in geomatics (Bachelor or Master) from FH/ETH required.
- Experience in engineering surveying and precision measurements.
- Strong communication skills in German and English essential.
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About the job
The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences in Switzerland. At PSI, we conduct cutting-edge research in the fields of future technologies, energy and climate, health innovation, as well as the fundamentals of nature. Through basic and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for central questions from society, science, and the economy. The education of young people is a central concern of PSI. Therefore, about a quarter of our employees are postdoctoral researchers, doctoral candidates, or apprentices. In total, PSI employs 2300 staff.
The surveying group at PSI is responsible for versatile surveying tasks in the environment of our research and large-scale facilities. This includes, in particular, the surveying and adjustment of accelerator facilities, beam guidance components, and experimental setups in an international and interdisciplinary environment.
For our surveying group, we are looking for a
Your tasks
- Planning and execution of demanding surveying and adjustment tasks at research and large-scale facilities
- Advising staff from design, manufacturing, and science on surveying and adjustment tasks
- Operation and further development of measurement applications within the existing surveying team
- Creation of suitable measurement concepts for smaller and larger projects
- Performing precise measurements with surveying instruments such as laser trackers and theodolites
- Evaluation, interpretation, and documentation of the measured data sets
Your profile
- Completed studies in geomatics at FH/ETH level (Bachelor or Master)
- Practical experience in engineering surveying, ideally in industrial surveying or a comparable technical environment
- Familiarity with precision surveying and measurement tasks in complex facility environments
- Enjoyment of working in interdisciplinary teams as well as accompanying smaller and larger projects
- Independent, precise, and structured working style with a pronounced analytical and methodical approach
- Very good communication skills in German and English
We offer
Our institute is based on interdisciplinary, innovative, and dynamic collaboration. In addition to systematic induction, you will benefit from individual development opportunities and our strong culture of continuing education. For concerns regarding the optimal balance of work and family or personal interests, we support you with modern employment conditions and facilities on site.
For technical enquiries, please contact Tino Höwler, Tel. +41 56 310 36 96.
We look forward to receiving your online application by 3 August 2026 for the position of Geomatics Engineer (Index No. 8333-28611).
Paul Scherrer Institute, Human Resources Management, Mikela Szolansky, 5232 Villigen PSI, Switzerland
