Imagine what we could learn if we could build a machine so powerful that it could look deep inside the very materials that the universe is made from. A device that could actually let us see the atoms and molecules that make up the structure of substances. Imagine the new discoveries we could make, the new materials we could develop and how much we could learn about ourselves and our universe.
The European Spallation Source is one of the largest science and technology infrastructure projects being built today. The project includes the most powerful linear proton accelerator ever built, a five-tonne, helium-cooled tungsten target wheel, 15 state-of-the-art neutron instruments, a suite of laboratories, and a supercomputing data management and software development centre. In the context of its history and future as a scientific organisation, however, it is more than the sum of its parts. It is a brand-new Big Science organisation and we are building it from the ground up.
Come and build the future of Science with us!
About the role:
The ESS is at an exciting turning point. It is in transition from being a construction site, to being an operating facility. We have two technician positions available in the Linac Group team - which is responsible for all the beamline components for proton acceleration and transmission along the facility. As one of the successful candidates, you will be a key contributor to the completion and operational success of the ESS linear accelerator.
This is a unique, diverse and very hands-on role. You'll be involved in setting up the Ion Source Test Stand, contributing to preventive and corrective maintenance on both Normal and Superconducting accelerator components and you will play a key role in test stand activities, ensuring the qualification of accelerator components. You will also use your electrical test, installation and mechanical skills to ensure safe acceptance, operation, and maintenance of our superconducting linac components.
The working language of ESS is English and this is a permanent, on-site role with a 6 month probationary period. You will be based at the ESS campus in Lund, Sweden. Shift work and occasional on-call duties may be required as needed.
About you:
To thrive with us in the Linac team you need to be driven, responsive and good at spotting both problems and opportunities. You need to be a highly motivated person who isn’t afraid to get your hands dirty!
We need someone with a relevant technical education in mechanics, electronics, electromechanics or mechatronics - or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Our ideal candidate will have several years of prior, "hands-on" experience with scientific, technological and high value equipment in a similar facility. Prior experience in using mechanical and/or electronic test and measurement equipment is also a pre-requisite for this role. Experience of working with accelerator components, RF instrumentation and/or cryogenic equipment would be a distinct advantage.
We are building ESS from the ground up, so we need someone who is comfortable not only following procedures, but also creating them. We attach great importance to personality and attitude, so we're looking for a real team player: Someone who is sociable, has excellent communication skills, who likes to collaborate with different people and who is committed to helping this amazing project to realise its full potential. We need a hands-on self-starter who is able to work in a structured, orderly, responsible and – most importantly – safe way.
What can we offer?
Aside from the chance to work at truly unique big science project, you can also expect:
- An opportunity to contribute to the future discoveries within neutron science.
- A stunning, brand new workplace filled with innovative minds and brilliant people from across the globe.
- A challenging, innovative and stimulating work environment.
- Market competitive compensation that is individual and differentiated according to role, responsibilities, individual skills, abilities and achievements.
- 25 days of annual leave, as well as more than 10 days of public holiday and company days off or days with limited working hours.
- Monthly pension contributions on top of your salary.
If you see yourself in what we’re looking for, please provide your CV and motivation letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please be aware that we can only accept direct applications made via the ESS website.
Certain roles at ESS require health and safety checks and/or security clearance procedures, which will be performed as part of the recruitment process.
We review applications continuously, so don’t miss out! Submit your application as soon as soon as you can and quote the job reference number ESD-40697 in your application.
For more information regarding the ESS recruitment process, please follow this link https://europeanspallationsource.se/ess-recruitment-process or contact Daniel Nordin Baker – Recruitment partner – on daniel.nordin@ess.eu. For further information regarding the position, please contact the hiring manager, Paolo Pierini on paolo.pierini@ess.eu
For trade union information, please contact Unionen representative Conny Wendt at conny.wendt@ess.eu or SACO/Swedish Association of Graduate Engineers representative Marc Kickulies at marc.kickulies@ess.eu.
We look forward to receiving your application soon!
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