Mechanical Engineer - LHCb Calorimeter

Big Science Sweden; Genf; Hybrid; CHF 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is seeking a mechanical engineer to participate in the enhancement of the LHCb electromagnetic calorimeter (ECAL). Responsibilities include production of new ECAL modules and re-assembly of the ECAL structure.

Eligible candidates must have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience and hold either a bachelor’s or master’s degree. This position is restricted to nationals of CERN Member States or Associate Member States.

Qualifications

• Maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation.
• Must not hold a PhD.
• Must be a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the enhancement of the LHCb electromagnetic calorimeter (ECAL).
• Contribute to the production of new ECAL modules.
• Assist in the re-assembly of the ECAL structure.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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 production of new ECAL modules and the re-assembly of the ECAL structure.

Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria

• You are a national of aCERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani and Lithuanian nationals for positions with a 2026 start date, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in the respective field and your highest educational qualification is either a bachelor’s or master’s degree. You must have a university degree and can’t hold a PhD.
• 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.