Survey Engineer (BE-GM-ESA-2024-218-GRAE)

Job Description

• Perform the alignment of various components in experimental setups and area, ensure the maintenance of the related survey infrastructure and geodetic networks;
• Perform metrology measurements at all stages for the physics detectors, using laser trackers, total stations or photogrammetry, including the preparation, the execution, and the data analysis;
• Perform and compute "as built" measurements using the laser scanner technology;
• Prepare the documentation related to these tasks
• Perform the calibration, checking and testing of the survey instrumentation and accessories.

• Knowledge and application of high-precision survey methods and tools, laser tracker, total stations, photogrammetry.
• Experience using standard compensation software: theories, concepts and algorithms related to the least square adjustment
• Laser scanning: basic use of instruments and software
• Working in teams: working well in groups and readily fitting into a team; participating fully and taking an active role in team activities
• Demonstrating Flexibility: Adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements. Actively participating in the implementation of new processes and technologies
• Fluent in English, the ability to work in French would be an advantage.

• You are a national of a CERN Member or Associate Member State .
• By the application deadline, you have a maximum of two years of professional experience since graduation in Survey Engineer (or a related field) and your highest educational qualification is either a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree.
• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
• Applicants without University degree are not eligible.
• Applicants with a PhD are not eligible.

Additional Information

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.
• Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.

• A monthly stipend ranging between 5134 and 5647 Swiss Francs (net of tax).
• Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.
• Depending on your individual circumstances: installation grant; family, child and infant allowances; payment of travel expenses at the beginning and end of contract.
• 30 days of paid leave per year.
• On-the-job and formal training at CERN as well as in-house language courses for English and/or French.