HVAC Fluids and Liquid Nitrogen Networks Technician

European Synchrotron Radiation Facility; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An international research center in France is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to manage the operation and maintenance of their HVAC systems and cryogenic networks. With a permanent contract, this role requires a technical degree and a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Proficiency in French and English, along with strong teamwork abilities, are essential. The center offers competitive compensation, relocation support, and a vibrant work environment.

Prestations

Competitive compensation

Financial support for relocation

Workplace designed to support quality of life

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience.
• Experience in operating and maintaining technical installations.
• Proficient in both French and English (written and spoken).

Responsabilités

• Supervise design and installation works for HVAC systems.
• Draft technical specifications and cost estimations.
• Maintain the nitrogen cryogenic network.

Connaissances

Proficiency in HVAC and Fluids

Experience with cryogenic fluids piping and equipment

Proficiency in fluid and air treatment equipment

Strong teamwork skills

Ability to work independently

Formation

Technical degree in HVAC or related field

Description du poste

Organisation/Company European Synchrotron Radiation Facility Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile Other Profession Positions Other Positions Country France Application Deadline 17 Oct 2025 - 23:59 (Europe/Paris) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Other EU programme Reference Number 25-52-P-TID-BIG Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

The Buildings & Infrastructure Group is responsible for the operation, maintenance, and development of the ESRF site and technical infrastructure.

Within this group, the HVAC team manages numerous handling units, chillers, and nitrogen networks. The team works closely with users to specify, design, install, operate, and maintain HVAC and fluid equipment.

We are seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to contribute to projects and daily activities involving the construction, modernisation and renovation of the infrastructures, as well as maintenance follow-up and interventions.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow-up of fluids, liquid nitrogen (LN2) networks and HVAC systems including design, installation works and maintenance.
  
• Draft technical specifications and perform project cost estimations.
  
• Supervision of contractors.
• Carry out recurrent maintenance tasks.
• Operate and maintain the nitrogen cryogenic network (including lock out procedures, commissioning, start-up, daily follow-up, maintenance and operation).
  
• Update technical documents and maintain the Computer-Assisted Maintenance Management System (CMMS) database.

Expected profile

Technical degree in HVAC and Fluids or a related field (BTS, DUT, Licence Professionnelle, Bachelor, or equivalent).

Technical skills:

• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience
• Experience in operating and maintaining technical installations.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids piping and equipment.
• Proficiency with fluid and air treatment equipment, including instrumentation.
  
• Proficiency in both French and English (written and spoken).
• Strong teamwork and integration skills within multidisciplinary teams.
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative.

Working conditions

Permanent contract.

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

• Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
• Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
• Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
• Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
• Benefit from ourcompetitive compensation and allowancespackage, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to "What we offer" section of our Careers page https://www.esrf.fr/Jobs

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (ESRF) Country France Geofield