Electrical Engineer - Cable Systems Project Manager (EN-EL-CS-2025-46-LD)
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Publication date:
18 March 2025- Place of work:Geneva
Job summary
Join CERN as an Electrical Engineer - Cable Systems Project Manager! Be part of a leading research institute fostering innovation and teamwork.
Tasks
- Lead projects on cable systems, ensuring timely delivery and budget compliance.
- Manage project parameters, including scope, resources, and risks.
- Supervise cabling activities and ensure safety on work sites.
Skills
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or relevant field required.
- Strong project management and electrical infrastructure experience.
- Good knowledge of cable systems and electromagnetic compatibility.
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Electrical Engineer - Cable Systems Project Manager (EN-EL-CS-2025-46-LD)
Published 17 March 2025 Workplace Geneva, Lake Geneva region, Switzerland CategoryElectroengineering
Physics
Position Physics
Engineer / Technician
Company Description
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world’s largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cernJob Description
IntroductionThe Engineering Department (EN) pushes back the limits of technology so that physicists can carry out their research. Within the Electrical Engineering (EL) group of the EN department, you will join the Cabling Services Section which ensures electrical interconnections, both signal and power, for numerous components crucial to CERN operation.
Are you an experienced electrical engineer looking to take part in the design, planning, installation and maintenance of signal and power cable installations in a large industrial setting? Join in and contribute to the infrastructures that form the backbone of CERN’s accelerator complex. Take part!
Functions
As an Electrical Engineer - Cable Systems Project Manager within the Cabling Section, you’ll play a key role in expanding, strengthening, and maintaining CERN’s signal and power cable installations, required for various systems within the CERN accelerators, such as alarm systems, process control systems, beam instrumentation and magnet powering systems.
You will:
- Lead projects related to the extension, replacement, or dismantling of electrical cable systems, including signal and power cables, ensuring timely delivery within scope and budget;
- Define and manage project parameters such as scope, resources, planning, budget and risks, while providing periodic reports and insights to management;
- Contribute to studies including the definition of cable types, connectors’ assembly and routing, in collaboration with users and taking into consideration the constraints of the work environment;
- Propose, develop and implement cabling execution strategies, including structuring the project into phases, reviewing and adjusting the scope, and proposing technical modifications as needed.
- Ensure the preparation of detailed work documentation (e.g., drawings, cable lists) for CERN’s contractors, ensuring clarity and compliance with standards for electrical system installations;
- Organize, supervise and ensure safety for cabling activities on the CERN worksites, requiring close on-site interactions with contractors, services and CERN users from other groups and departments;
- Draw up technical specifications, participate to tendering process and manage associated industrial supply contracts;
- Structure and standardize project management within the section, ensuring consistent processes and best practices;
- Supervise and guide members of a small project team, ensuring effective collaboration and alignment with project objectives
Qualifications
Master’s degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electrical Engineering or a related field.Experience:
- The experience required for this post is:
- Demonstrated experience in managing projects in the domain of electrical infrastructures;
- Strong experience with signal and power cables, including their connectors;
- Experience in supervision of cabling installations, including the preparation of work files, on-site supervision, and acceptance of electrical cabling projects;
- Experience in contract tendering, including drafting technical specifications and evaluating proposals, and in contract management;
- Good knowledge of electromagnetic compatibility considerations related to cable systems.
Technical competencies:
- Project management
- Design and manufacturing of high-voltage cables and connectors
- Design, construction, commissioning and maintenance of electrical cable systems;
- Technical supervision of installation, service and supply contracts.
Behavioural competencies:
- Managing Self:
- Taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen;
- Achieving Results:
- Driving work/projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion;
- Solving Problems:
- Anticipating obstacles; assessing alternative solutions to have a fall-back plan;
- Identifying, defining, and assessing problems and taking action to address them;
- Working in Teams:
- Understanding when teamwork is required to achieve the best results; including others accordingly and sharing information;
- Building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships;
- Communicating Effectively:
- Listening actively to others and letting others speak;
- Ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented
Language skills:
Spoken and written English: ability to understand and speak the other language in professional contexts. Ability to draw up technical specifications and/or scientific reports and to make oral presentations.
Ability to understand and speak, or willingness to learn and improve French.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date:Diversity has been an integral part of CERN’s mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success.
This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 13.04.2025 at 23:59 CET.
Employment Conditions
Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
This position involves:
- Participation in a regular stand-by duty, including nights, Sundays and official holidays.
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations.
- A valid driving licence.
When required by the needs of the Organization:
- Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays,
- Shift work.
- Given the occupational health risks associated with this position, the selected candidate must obtain medical clearance before a contract offer is confirmed.
Job grade: 6-7
Job reference: EN-EL-CS-2025-46-LD
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