LLRF Engineer — Multi‑Bunch RF & Beam Control

Jobup; Villigen; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

On-site infrastructure

Structured on-the-job training

Zusammenfassung

The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland’s leading research institution for natural and engineering sciences, employing about 2300 staff. In the LLRF Group of the Section Radio Frequency, we seek candidates for a role focused on advanced control algorithms and automation for multi-bunch RF operation at SwissFEL.

We offer a structured on-the-job training environment with strong emphasis on personal development and modern employment conditions.

Qualifikationen

• MSc or PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Strong background in feedback control theory and automation of complex systems.
• Foundational knowledge of beam dynamics in linear accelerators.
• Experience with LLRF systems or EPICS-based control systems is an asset.
• Proficiency in Linux environments and programming (e.g., Python, MATLAB); experience with FPGA firmware is a plus.
• Familiarity with system and/or software engineering practices is advantageous.
• Demonstrated problem-solving mindset, hands-on approach, and excellent command of English.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop advanced control algorithms for multi-bunch operation in travelling-wave RF structures, with a focus on 4-bunch schemes for FCC-ee and experimental validation using 2-bunch configurations at SwissFEL.
• Perform modeling and simulation of RF systems and beam acceleration to support control strategy development and operational studies.
• Create automation tools to efficiently configure, optimize, and stabilise multi-bunch beam operation.
• Contribute to the systems engineering of LLRF systems, translating user requirements into integrated hardware, firmware, and software architecture.
• Support and gain hands-on experience in the operation and optimisation of the SwissFEL LLRF system.

Kenntnisse

Feedback control theory

Automation of complex systems

Linux environments

Python

MATLAB

English proficiency

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Physics / Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

EPICS-based control systems

FPGA firmware

Jobbeschreibung

The Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) is Switzerland’s leading research institution for natural and engineering sciences, employing about 2300 staff. In the LLRF Group of the Section Radio Frequency, we seek candidates for a role focused on advanced control algorithms and automation for multi-bunch RF operation at SwissFEL.

We offer a structured on-the-job training environment with strong emphasis on personal development and modern employment conditions.