Electronics Technician

ESRF - European Synchrotron Radiation Facility

Grenoble, France

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.

CONTEXT & JOB DESCRIPTION

The Electronics Unit of the ISDD Detector & Electronics Group provides in-house expertise in control instrumentation and electronics. The unit is responsible for a wide range of activities, including the procurement, manufacturing, installation, and testing of standard equipment. It also handles technical analysis and troubleshooting of non-trivial control issues in the experimental stations and accelerator complex. These challenges often require evaluating commercial instrumentation, investigating alternative solutions, and developing custom components when needed.

As an Electronics Technician in the Electronics Unit, your main missions will be the following:

Install, maintain, and optimise control, synchronisation, and data acquisition electronics for the experimental stations and accelerator complex;
Test, diagnose, and repair electronic instrumentation to ensure their continued functionality and reliability;
Maintain and organize the laboratories, tools, and instrumentation of the unit to ensure optimal working conditions;
Participate in development projects, including integration of commercial systems, design and testing of electronic board hardware, and development of firmware.

EXPECTED PROFILE

Education: Technician degree (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor, or equivalent) in electronics;
Technical Skills: Hands-on experience with operating electronic instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, generators, and test fixtures;
Electronics Knowledge: Background in analogue and digital electronics design;
Computer Proficiency: Familiar with general use and instrument testing;
Bonus: Experience in electronic board design is a plus;
Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills, service-oriented, collaborative and able to work in multi-disciplinary teams;
Independent & Organised: Autonomous, methodical and adaptable;
Time Management: Able to multitask and meet deadlines;
Language: Proficiency in English (working language at ESRF).

WORKING CONDITIONS

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries;
Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges;
Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022;
Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life;
Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble.