LLRF Engineer: Multi-Bunch RF Control & Automation

Paul Scherrer Institut; Villigen; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Paul Scherrer Institute seeks a Low-level RF-Engineer to advance control strategies for multi-bunch RF structures and validate concepts on SwissFEL. The role emphasizes modeling, automation, and integration of hardware, firmware, and software within a collaborative RF Systems environment.

Applicants should have MSc/PhD in a relevant field, strong control theory background, Linux/Python/MATLAB skills, and English proficiency. On-site work at Villigen is expected.

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.
• 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
• 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 stabilize 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 optimization of the SwissFEL LLRF system

Kenntnisse

Control theory

Automation

Beam dynamics

Python

MATLAB

Linux

FPGA firmware

English

Ausbildung

MSc or PhD in Physics/EE/CS

Tools

EPICS

Jobbeschreibung

Paul Scherrer Institute seeks a Low-level RF-Engineer to advance control strategies for multi-bunch RF structures and validate concepts on SwissFEL. The role emphasizes modeling, automation, and integration of hardware, firmware, and software within a collaborative RF Systems environment.

Applicants should have MSc/PhD in a relevant field, strong control theory background, Linux/Python/MATLAB skills, and English proficiency. On-site work at Villigen is expected.