CERN
Nuclear Research
MechanicalEngineerfortheATLASDetector
“Mechanical Engineer for the ATLAS Detector at CERN. Skills: Mechanical Design, Installation, Project Management, Mechanical Calculations. Oversee mechanical design of detector system. Define mechanical interfaces”
What You'll Achieve.
Finalise design, integration, installation sequence, and connection to services; Ensure timely delivery of mechanical components; Facilitate smooth assembly planning; Ensure service infrastructure is implemented in line with detector commissioning needs
Industry & Context.
Identifying, defining and assessing problems; Taking action to address problems
Work in Radiation Areas, Interventions in underground installations, Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays, Exposure to risk of falling from heights, Obtain medical clearance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's degree or PhD or equivalent relevant experience in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, Solid experience in mechanical design, from 3D modelling to manufacturing drawings, Proven expertise in installation of high-technology equipment, requiring accurate procedures and tooling, Proven practice in mechanical calculations and Finite Element Analysis, Demonstrated experience in writing installation procedures, Experience in project management, including planning, procurement, and reporting, Experience in coordination of designers and technicians, Integration of mechanical systems, Knowledge of design codes and compliance verification of mechanical equipment, Assembly and integration of infrastructure for detectors or experimental facilities, Knowledge and application of numerical modelling in solid mechanics, Assembly of mechanical structures and equipment, Spoken and written English
Nice to Have
Experience in performing a variety of engineering tasks, managing multiple projects in parallel, and working effectively within international and multidisciplinary teams
What You'll Do.
Oversee mechanical design of detector system
Define mechanical interfaces
Manage mechanical interfaces
Supervise 3D integration models
Develop transport and installation sequence
Design installation tooling
Support detector team coordination
Participate in detector assembly
Supervise service infrastructure installation
Supervise detector installation
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface between Technical Coordination and detector upgrade teams; Collaborate with worldwide institutes; Coordinate designers and technicians; Work effectively within international and multidisciplinary teams; Gaining trust and collaboration from others
Communication Scope
Spoken and written English; Commitment to learn French
Process & Methodology
Planning, Procurement, Reporting, Managing multiple projects in parallel
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