Prepare 3D models and drawings of mechanical parts and assemblies.
Participate in procurement and quality assurance tasks for new ECAL modules.
Contribute to the design work in view of the re-assembly of the ECAL, including finite element studies of mechanical structures.
In addition, participate in R&D towards the improvement of the existing ECAL modules.
Your profile
Proven track record in designing mechanical parts and assemblies using 3D CAD tools.
Hands-on experience in structural simulations using finite element analysis.
Experience with heavy materials used as absorbers in calorimetry (lead, tungsten) is an advantage.
Experience with additive manufacturing, in particular utilising metals, is an advantage.
Requirements
Knowledge of the CATIA and Ansys Mechanical software packages is an advantage.
Ability to work in an international multi-disciplinary team with physicists, engineers and technicians.
Skills to prepare comprehensive technical documentation.
Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.
Eligibility criteria:
You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State .
By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Mechanical 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 University degree are not eligible.
Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.
Job closing date: 02.07.2026 at 23:59 CEST.
Contract duration: 24 months, with a possible extension up to 36 months maximum.
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Job flexibility: Hybrid
Target start date: 01-September-2026
This position involves:
Work in Radiation Areas.
Interventions in underground installations.
A valid driving licence.
Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, when required by the needs of the Organization.
Exposure to lead.
Exposure to risk of falling from heights during scaffolding assembly and dismantling operations.
Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.
Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.
Job reference: EP-LCB-2026-163-GRAE
Field of work: Mechanical Engineering
Benchmark job: 200090 - Mechanical Engineer
Global Benefits
A monthly stipend between 5266-5793 Swiss Francs per month (tax free) depending on your degree.
30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.
Coverage by CERN's comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.
A relocation package (installation grant and travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.
Possibility to extend your contract up to 36 months.
On-the-job and formal training including language classes.
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Benefits
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Additional Information
As a mechanical engineer, you will participate in the enhancement of the LHCb electromagnetic calorimeter (ECAL) in the coming years. This includes participation in the produciton of new ECAL modules and the re-assembly of the ECAL structure.
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