ELT AIV On-Site Technician - Relocation Support

EU Satellite Centre (SatCen); Paranal; On-site; CLP 12,000,000 - 18,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Accommodation on site

Educational benefits

Job summary

ESO’s Paranal Observatory seeks an on-site AIV Technician to support the installation, integration and verification of ELT systems. You will prepare work areas, assist with mechanical and electrical tasks, and coordinate local logistics for visiting teams.

Requirements include 3+ years in mechanical/electrical installation, reading technical drawings, and knowledge of HSE. The role offers a two-year fixed-term contract with relocation assistance and on-site accommodation.

Qualifications

• At least three years in mechanical, electrical or electromechanical installation or maintenance.
• Knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems, tools and equipment for assembly activities.
• Ability to read basic technical drawings and installation instructions.
• Experience in preparing work areas and organizing tools, equipment and materials.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work areas prior to AIV activities.
• Provide mechanical and electrical support for installation and integration.
• Coordinate local logistics with site services and other ESO departments.
• Support minor procurements, material reception and tool organization.
• Verify infrastructure readiness before project team arrivals.
• Provide day-to-day technical support for visiting project teams.

Skills

Mechanical installation experience

Electrical installation experience

Electromechanical installation

Reading technical drawings

Tool handling and equipment operation

Health and safety knowledge

Problem solving

Procurement support

Education

Engineering Technology or Applied Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electromechanical/Industrial)

Equivalent technical/engineering qualification

Tools

Forklifts / manlifts operation

Job description

ESO’s Paranal Observatory seeks an on-site AIV Technician to support the installation, integration and verification of ELT systems. You will prepare work areas, assist with mechanical and electrical tasks, and coordinate local logistics for visiting teams.

Requirements include 3+ years in mechanical/electrical installation, reading technical drawings, and knowledge of HSE. The role offers a two-year fixed-term contract with relocation assistance and on-site accommodation.