StellenbeschreibungJob Descriptionbr/br/pThe Electrical Engineering Group (EN-EL) at CERN is responsible for the electrical power-distribution network (from 400 kV to 400/230V), for the fibre-optics infrastructure, and for signal and DC-power cabling for the accelerator complex. /ppYou will join the Electrical Design and Documentation Office (EN-EL-DDO) as an Electrical Designer. Working under the guidance of senior design managers, you will contribute to several strategic CERN projects, including the electrical consolidation of the North Area, SPS LV electrical substations and the renovation of obsolete medium-voltage protection relays in the LHC. /ppWith the support of a senior designer, you will do the design of low voltage distribution networks, equipment sizing, protection studies and lighting studies with the objective of taking on projects of increasing complexity. /ppstrongYour responsibilities /strong /ppYou are expected to possess the foundational knowledge required to: /pulliPerform short-circuit calculations. /liliConduct protection coordination and selectivity studies. /liliDesign electrical power distribution systems and circuits. /liliPrepare calculation reports, lighting studies, and earthing studies. /liliProduce electrical design drawings, including single-line diagrams. /liliPrepare bills of materials for electrical equipment and installations. /li /ulpMore information a here /a. /ppstrongYour profile /strong /pulliProven hands-on experience in the design of low voltage distribution networks (LV calculation notes, equipment dimensioning, selectivity studies and protection). /liliProven experience in short circuit calculations. /liliProven experience in selectivity studies. /liliExperience in the design of lighting systems for buildings and external areas using DIALux is beneficial to the role. /liliExperience in secondary design with E-PLAN or similar software is beneficial to the role. /liliExperience in the design of medium voltage distribution networks is beneficial to the role. /li /ulpuSkills /u /ppRequired skills and knowledge: /pulliKnowledge of LV standards, LV protection, indirect contact protection, knowledge of different types of earthing systems and safety networks). /liliA good understanding of power systems; voltage drop calculations, short circuit calculations and dimensioning of cables and equipment. /liliExperience with low voltage design calculation tools (ElecCalc, Caneco or similar software). /liliProficiency in AutoCAD or similar. /li /ulpLanguage skills: /pulliSpoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French. /li /ulpuEligibility criteria: /u /pulliYou have a professional background in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) and have either:ullia strongMaster's degree with 2 to 6 years /strong of post-graduation professional experience; /lilior a strongPhD with no more than 3 years /strong of post-graduation professional experience. /li /ul /liliYou have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before. /li /ulbrAdditional Informationbr/br/pJob closing date: strong at 23:59 CEST. /strong /ppContract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum. /ppJob flexibility: Fully Onsite /ppTarget start date: 01-September-2026 /ppThis position involves: /pulliWork in Radiation Areas. /liliInterventions in underground installations. /liliA valid driving licence. /li /ulpJob reference: EN-EL-DDO- -GRAP /ppField of work: Electrical or Electronics Engineering /ppBenchmark job: - Electrical Engineer /p pstrongGlobal Benefits /strong /pulliA monthly stipend between Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree. /lili30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure. /liliCoverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund. /liliFamily, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances. /liliA relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances. /liliPossibility to extend your contract up to 36 months. /liliOn-the-job and formal training including language classes. /li /ulpstrongOverview of CERN - Discover a world where the impossible is made possible! /strong /ppAt CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, we are pushing the frontiers of science and technology. Our groundbreaking work brings together not only physicists but also a diverse range of professionals from engineering, technical, scientific, and administrative fields. Together, we foster an environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. /ppEvery 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. /ppIf you are ready to be part of a dynamic, inclusive community pushing the boundaries of knowledge, CERN is the place where your curiosity and skills can thrive. Be part of our mission to uncover what lies at the heart of the universe! strongTAKE PART! /strong /ppstrongMore information about us, here: /stronga strongcareers.cern /strong /a /p
