Commissioning Engineer for the Electrical Engineering team

Big Science Sweden; Genf; On-site; CHF 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join CERN’s Electrical Engineering team in Geneva. In this role, you will support the commissioning and operation of the electrical transmission network, ensuring reliable power distribution during infrastructure upgrades.

The ideal candidate has a master's degree and 2-6 years of experience, or a PhD with maximum 3 years post-graduation. Experience in High Voltage and Low Voltage installations is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with 2-6 years of experience or PhD with max 3 years.
• Experience in commissioning electrical systems.
• Knowledge of High Voltage and Low Voltage systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the commissioning of electrical transmission network.
• Play a key role in delivering infrastructure during shutdown.
• Conduct power system testing and validation.

Skills

Power system testing

High Voltage installations

Low Voltage installations

Education

Master's degree or PhD

Job description

Commissioning Engineer for the Electrical Engineering team

Datum: 10 mars, 2026 Tid : 11:59

Placering: CERN

Mer information

Join CERN’s Electrical Engineering team to support the operation and commissioning of its electrical transmission and distribution network. We are looking for a motivated electrical engineer with experience in power system testing and commissioning, and solid knowledge of High Voltage and Low Voltage installations and protection systems. You will play a key role in delivering new and upgraded infrastructure during CERN’s Long Shutdown 3 and beyond.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• By the application deadline, you have a master’s degree with 2 to 6 years of professional experience since graduation or a PhD with a maximum of 3 years of professional experience since graduation. You are not eligible with only a bachelor’s degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.