The Machine Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for an Accelerator Engineer within normal conducting front-end.

Description of directorate/division

The Accelerator Division is responsible for the design, construction, commissioning and operation of the ESS accelerator. The pulsed superconducting linac, to be built in Lund, will produce a 5MW average power proton beam, driving the world’s most powerful neutron source. The Linac Group is responsible for the linac with its accelerating structures and other components together with the in-kind partners and for integration of the linac and associated systems in the tunnel and the klystron gallery.

Description of main responsibilities

The ESS linac will have a normal conducting front-end consisting of ion source, LEBT, RFQ, MEBT and DTL. All these components will be in-kind contributions from partners in several European countries. ESS is here searching for an accelerator engineer who can take part in the construction, integration, installation and commissioning of – depending on his/her experience – RFQ and/or MEBT and/or DTL as system responsible. This includes technical oversight during the construction, resolution of technical issues during construction, installation and commissioning and assuring that the work is performed within the cost and schedule of the project plan. 

Qualifications

- PhD or equivalent background in physics or a related subject

- Minimum three years of experience after the PhD of normal-conducting accelerator components with all their subsystems

- Experience of working in an international environment is essential

- Experience in commissioning or operation of particle accelerators is desirable

- Excellent oral and written English skills are a prerequisite

To be successful and perform well in this position, you are:

- A quick learner

- A good communicator

- An effective negotiator and problem solver

- A team player as well as good at taking initiatives

- Enjoying work in a rapidly changing environment

- Able to plan and organize your work to meet cost, schedule and performance requirements

Our work environment is characterised by fast growth, high rate of work, and an international atmosphere with highly academic personnel. You must therefore enjoy the diversity of such and have a personality suited for the challenges it holds. In this growing organisation you will have the possibility to take part in developing new routines and processes. Our work environment is exciting and forward thinking and relies heavily on personal initiative.

What ESS can offer

At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the world.

Duration & Location

The position is permanent with six months initial probationary period. Your work place will be situated in Lund, Sweden. The position is to be filled as soon as possible.

Application & Contact

Please provide your curriculum vitae and cover letter in English by clicking on “apply” and following the instructions. Please note we only accept applications via the ESS website.

The deadline f

Timmar per vecka: Heltid/ Ej specificerat

Arbetsgivare Namn: European Spallation Source ERIC

Arbetsgivare adress: Tornavägen 24 22363 Lund

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Jobb kort beskrivning: Mechanical engineers

Land: Sweden

Område: Skåne län

Avtalstid: Permanent

Typ av kontrakt: Full time

Källa till jobberbjudande: Public Employment Service of Sweden(AMS)

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