Mechanical Technician for CMS

We are recruiting two early-career graduates for Mechanical Technician positions within the CMS experiment. The roles involve hands-on mechanical work supporting the refurbishment of the electromagnetic calorimeter and mechanical activities for the CMS detector and its infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the extraction and insertion of the ECAL supermodules, including the preparation, installation, and removal of the required tooling.
• Carry out mechanical operations during the refurbishment of the supermodules, including the replacement of cooling fittings.
• Support the installation of ECAL services and electronics and assist with related logistics.
• Participate in mechanical work for the upgrade, maintenance, and repair of the CMS detector and its associated infrastructure.
• Manufacture mechanical parts and contribute to on-site assembly, installation, alignment, and repair activities.
• Support the development of tooling and the preparation or modification of technical drawings using drafting software such as CATIA.
• Participate in heavy-lifting and movement operations using equipment such as strand jacks, air pads, and hydraulic jacks, and support regular checks and maintenance of this equipment.

Requirements

• You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in a technical or administrative field.
• Your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma or a shorter non-university degree.
• You cannot hold a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Initial hands-on experience in the construction and assembly of mechanical components and structures.
• Experience in mechanical equipment or detector assembly, including cooling connections, pressure testing, or leak detection.
• Experience using machine tools and hand tools for mechanical manufacturing activities.
• Experience with mechanical systems and the handling of large, heavy, or fragile equipment.
• Experience with drafting software, such as CATIA.
• Your studies focused on Mechanics or related.
• Knowledge of manufacturing techniques for mechanical parts.
• Experience in the assembly and integration of mechanical structures, equipment, and systems.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of cooling-water systems.
• Experience in the safe operation of mechanical handling systems and the application of safety procedures related to heavy machinery and mechanical operations.
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to follow technical instructions accurately.
• Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language
• A valid driving licence.

Skills

• Mechanical Systems Assembly
• Mechanical equipment handling
• Maintenance of cooling systems
• Pressure Testing
• Leak Detection
• Machine tool operation
• Hand Tool Operation
• Mechanical Manufacturing
• CATIA drafting software
• Mechanical structure integration
• Manufacturing Techniques Development
• Mechanical handling systems
• Safety procedures for heavy machinery
• Technical Problem Solving
• Technical instruction compliance
• Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
• English Communication Skills
• French Communication
• Driving License

Languages

English, French