Mechanical Technician

Supports the development of more efficient superconducting radiofrequency cavities by designing, fabricating and operating physical vapour deposition equipment. The technician applies conventional and CNC machining, 3D CAD and vacuum-system expertise to assemble, commission and improve coating systems while documenting processes and maintaining reliable operation.

• Design mechanical components and coating equipment using 3D CAD and produce manufacturing and assembly drawings
• Assemble, install, test, commission and operate physical vapour deposition coating systems
• Manufacture and modify metallic and ceramic components using conventional and CNC machining
• Participate in coating activities, record operating parameters and document process procedures
• Procure mechanical components for thin-film coating systems
• Diagnose faults, perform maintenance and implement mechanical improvements to coating systems

• Technical certificate, general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Experience in conventional and CNC machining operations including milling and turning
• Experience using 3D CAD software and interpreting technical drawings
• Spoken and written English with a commitment to learn French
• National of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State
• Valid driving licence

• Experience assembling and testing ultra-high vacuum systems
• Basic knowledge of vacuum thin-film coating techniques

• Mechanical Assembly
• CNC Machining
• Vacuum Systems
• Thin-film Coatings
• Technical Drawing
• Equipment Commissioning

• 3D CAD
• CNC
• PVD
• UHV

• Contract duration: 60 months
• Work in radiation areas and underground installations
• CV may be submitted in English or French