Summer worker, Python Development for Automation Applications

Big Science Sweden; Danmark; Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

Big Science Sweden is looking for a Summer Worker for Python Development in Automation Applications. The role involves working with industrial control systems and developing automation solutions, including Python scripting for machine vision. Candidates should have a background in computer science or control engineering, be proficient in Python, and possess strong communication skills. The position is on-site at ESS in Lund, Sweden, starting 15 June 2026, lasting for 10 weeks.

Qualifications

• A university degree (or ongoing studies) in a relevant field such as computer science or control engineering.
• Experience on automation/PLC systems is an advantage.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Develop python scripts for machine vision automation applications.
• Define needed interfaces between the system and the current automation application.
• Create user interface for visualization.

Skills

Python programming experience

Communication skills in English

Initiative

Interest in automation

Education

University degree or ongoing studies in computer science or control engineering

Job description

Summer worker, Python Development for Automation Applications

Datum: 6 maj, 2026
Tid: 11:59

Placering: ESS

Mer information

The European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden isa partnership of 13 European countries with the missionto design, construct and operate the world’s most powerful neutron source.

Working with us means being part of a challenging and exciting work environment, at astunning, brand-new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe.

About the position

We are now looking to appoint a summer worker for the Motion Control Automation Group in the Neutron Scattering Instruments (NSS) Division.

MCAG is responsible for deploying PLC motion control systems to the Neutron Scattering Instruments, delivered by European in-kind partners to ESS. The task of the group is to develop standards for motion at ESS and work with partners to implement these across the whole facility. The focus of the group is to support the construction of neutron instruments in NSS.

As an automation summer worker, you will work extensively with industrial control systems in close collaboration with experienced colleagues. The main assignment is to create an automation solution for one of our current robotic systems.

Main tasks

• Develop python scripts for machine vision automation applications.
• Define needed interfaces between the system and the current automation application.
• Create user interface for visualization.

About you

• A university degree (or ongoing studies) in a relevant field such as computer science or control engineering.
• Python programming experience.
• Experience on automation/PLC systems is an advantage.
• Interest in learning and contributing to develop automation tools.
• 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.

Your main competences supporting you in this job are creating and innovating as well as learning and researching.

Duration and location

This is a summer work position of 10 weeks. Planned start date is 15 June 2026 or per agreement. Your workplace is on-site at ESS in Lund, Sweden.