Job details
Mechatronics engineer (f/m)
About this job
- Company & location
- European XFEL GmbH, Germany
- Closing date
- Mar 15, 2012
- Job reference code
- E-042
- Last updated
- Jan 27, 2012
The European X-Ray Free-Electron Laser Facility GmbH (European XFEL GmbH) is a multi-national non-profit company. It will make available X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. Located in the Hamburg area, Germany, it will comprise scientific instruments for a wide range of experimental techniques. Construction of the European XFEL is underway; its commissioning is scheduled for 2015. The light is created in large undulator systems, which are a unique combination of mechanical engineering and motion control technology. For their commissioning we are looking for a
Mechatronics engineer (f/m)
The position
- implementation, test and commissioning of prototypes
- commissioning of precision mechanical control components
- commissioning of the European XFEL undulator systems
- installation and testing
- documentation and reporting
Requirements
- degree in mechatronics, electronic engineering or equivalent
- knowledge and experience with PLC programming environment such as TwinCAT
- proven record of hands-on experience with installation, commissioning and operation of control systems
- English language skills
- team orientation
- communicative and collaborative personality
Welcome are
- experience with CAD/CAE tools such as EPLAN
- background in controls for scientific applications such as accelerators
- previous education and experience as electrician
For additional information please contact Joachim Pflüger.
Reference number: E-042
Application: Please apply here and provide a cover letter and a CV in English including work certificates as well as references in one single pdf-file.
Duration: This appointment is initially limited to 3 years.
Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organisations in Germany. Handicapped persons will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants. The European XFEL GmbH
is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women. English is working language, knowledge of German is considered an asset. The European XFEL GmbH intends to achieve a widely international staff. Non-German candidates hired from abroad receive an international allowance.
Deadline for application: 15 March 2012
European XFEL GmbH
Albert-Einstein-Ring 19, 22761 Hamburg, Germany
Mailing address: Notkestr. 85, 22607 Hamburg, Germany