Electrical Safety Engineer (TE-HDO-2024-93-GRAE)

Job Description

Improvements in the management of Electrical Safety risks have been identified as a priority for the management of CERN's accelerator complex.

Rigorous solutions to the multifaceted challenges are required. The Electrical Safety Project has been set up to develop strategies for improving electrical risk management.

You will join the Electrical Safety Project team within the Technology department Head Office. In your position, you will play a crucial role in supporting the project team to facilitate the application of appropriate standards in the field of Electrical Safety Compliance to ensure that our equipment and processes meet the necessary safety standards and regulations.

This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working alongside experts in the field.

As an electrical safety engineer, your main activity will be to :

• Assist in the identification of the points to be checked per equipment type to ensure compliance with national and international safety standards;
• Participate in the development and implementation of safety protocols and procedures;
• Produce cross-checking lists to enable conformity;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address compliance issues and implement solutions;
• Prepare and maintain detailed documentation of the work carried out, including compliance reports and safety guidelines;
• Assist in conducting safety audits and inspections.
• Participate in training sessions and workshops related to electrical safety and compliance.

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Who are we looking for

Skills and / or knowledge

• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and safety standards;
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with electrical engineering software tools;
• Effective communication and teamwork skills;
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively;
• Keen interest in electrical safety and compliance regulations;
• Fluent in English, the ability to work in French would be an advantage.

Eligibility criteria :

• You are a national of a .
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor's or Master's degree .
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Applicants without a university degree are not eligible.
• Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.

Additional Information

Job closing date : 10 July at 23h59 CEST.

Job reference : TE-HDO-2024-93-GRAE

Contract duration : 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.

Target start date : 01-September-2024

This position requires :

Interventions in underground installations.

What we offer

• A monthly stipend ranging between 5134 and 5647 Swiss Francs (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

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization.

Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.