12712 - Electronics Technician

We are looking for an Electronics Technician to join our technological development team in the Advanced Observing System Research Unit, part of the Global Coastal Ocean Division (GOCO). The selected candidate will support the development, implementation and testing of technologies for oceanographic applications, working within an interdisciplinary team of specialists in electronics, telecommunications, oceanography, and marine ecology.

CMCC Foundation is a cross-cutting scientific research centre on climate change and its interactions with the environment, society, the world of business, and policymakers. Our work aims to stimulate sustainable growth, protect the environment, and develop strategies for the adaptation and mitigation of climate change. CMCC's core objective is to conduct cutting-edge science, to train the next generation of scientists at both national and international levels, and to be a beacon for climate modelling.

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The Electronics Technician will support the design, development and test of electronic systems for oceanographic applications. This includes the calibration of sensors and data acquisition systems, as well as the installation and maintenance of oceanographic instrumentation to support the implementation of national and international projects.

The Electronics Technician will support the Research Unit, to:

1. Collaborate on the design and development of electronic circuits for oceanographic applications;
2. Calibrate sensors and assist in the design of data acquisition systems;
3. Conduct soldering tasks (both through-hole and SMD);
4. Operate electrical measuring instruments and manage analog/digital electronics, power electronics, and optoelectronics;
5. Support the installation and maintenance of Data Acquisition Systems (DAS) in field operations.

1. Degree or technical diploma in Electronics, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, or related fields.

1. Problem-solving skills in engineering contexts;
2. Initiative in electronic design and development;
3. Effective teamwork and collaboration within an interdisciplinary team.

1. Proven experience in the design and development of electronic circuits;
2. Knowledge of electronic design software (e.g., Eagle AutoDesk, Altium) and programming environments (e.g., keil uVision, STMCube, Arduino);
3. Experience in at least one programming language (Python, C++, or Arduino).

1. Experience with embedded systems and renewable energy-based electrification;
2. Familiarity with the installation and use of oceanographic instrumentation.

1. Please note that this opportunity will be issued both internally and externally.
2. The Managers will be based in Civitavecchia CMCC office.
3. Contract and gross annual salary will be based on qualifications and working experience.
4. Welfare package, for minimum 12 months contract.
5. Flexible working time as per internal policies.
6. Support during the immigration process, if needed.

Belonging to legally protected categories (ex L. 68/99) will constitute a preferential condition. Some fiscal benefits could be applied for repatriated workers or foreign researchers/professors, having the requirements defined by Dlgs 147/2015 (for repatriates) or Dl 78/2010 (for foreigners).

CMCC is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, familial status, and other legally protected characteristics. Please omit from your CV any data you or we might consider discriminatory.

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