Electrical Maintenance Engineer for the ALMA Observatory

Big Science Sweden; San Pedro de Atacama; On-site; CLP 39,717,563 - 52,956,751; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization is looking for an Electrical Maintenance Engineer in San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. This role involves acting as the off-site technical lead for maintenance activities related to the ALMA Observatory, coordinating training, and managing improvement projects. Candidates should have at least three years of relevant experience in electrical maintenance and a proven track record in project management and system upgrades. This position offers opportunities to significantly impact research operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of relevant work experience in electrical maintenance.
• Experience in coordinating off-site maintenance activities.
• Ability to propose and manage projects for system upgrades.

Responsibilities

• Act as the off-site technical lead for maintenance activities.
• Support and coordinate maintenance for ESO deliverables to ALMA Observatory.
• Identify and implement improvements for weaker systems.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project management

System improvement

Training coordination

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer for the ALMA Observatory

Datum: 14 februari, 2026 Tid: 11:59

Placering: ESO

Mer information

We are seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to join our team with a minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience. You will act as the off-site technical lead, coordinating and supporting off-site maintenance activities for ESO deliverables to the ALMA Observatory. You will also be responsible for proposing and managing obsolescence mitigation and upgrade projects, providing or coordinating training and support to ALMA Observatory teams, identifying and implementing improvements to weaker systems.