Summer worker, Electrical Technician

Big Science Sweden; Sweden; On-site; SEK 146,568 - 219,853; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research organization in Lund, Sweden, is seeking a summer worker as an Electrical Technician for the Detector group. The position involves producing, assembling, and testing electronics for detector systems. Ideal candidates should have a background in Electrical or Electronics Engineering, possess practical skills in soldering and assembly, and be at least 18 years of age. This role offers hands-on experience in a collaborative international environment, emphasizing effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Completed the El- och energiprogrammet or enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program.
• Practical experience in electrical work such as soldering and cable manufacturing.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Produce, assemble, and test electronics for detector systems.
• Support assembly and reparation work for detector systems.

Skills

Soldering

Cable manufacturing

Assembly of electrical components

Communication skills in English

Education

El- och energiprogrammet or Electrical/Electronics Engineering

Job description

We are now looking to appoint a summer worker for the Detector group in the NSS (Neutron Scattering System) division.

The Detector group is responsible for design, production, assembly, testing, installation, commission, reparation, and maintenance of the detectors and the peripheral systems. Now, the Detector group is expanding in its capacity to receive detector systems from ESS In-Kind partners as well as to produce ESS own detector systems for the delivery of ESS’ first 16 instruments.

Responsibilities

As an Electrical Technician - summer worker your main tasks will be as followings:

• Produce, assemble, and test electronics for detector systems
• Support assembly and reparation work for detector systems

Qualifications

A suitable background for this position would be:

• Completed the El- och energiprogrammet or currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (e.g., university or technical institute).
• Having practical experience in electrical or electronics work, such as soldering, cable manufacturing, or assembly of electrical/electronic components.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Minimum age 18 years.

We believe that you enjoy communicating and collaborating with a variety of people in an international environment. You are good at taking initiative and not afraid to ask questions.

Duration and location

This is a summer work position of 3 months.

Planned start date is June 1st, 2026 or per agreement.

Your workplace is on-site at ESS in Lund, Sweden.