The Paul Scherrer Institute PSI is the largest research institute for natural and engineering sciences within Switzerland. We perform cutting-edge research in the fields of matter and materials, energy and environment and human health. By performing fundamental and applied research, we work on sustainable solutions for major challenges facing society, science and economy. PSI is committed to the training of future generations. Therefore, about one quarter of our staff are post-docs, post-graduates or apprentices. Altogether, PSI employs 2100 people.
The mission of the magnet section concerns the maintenance and the repair of the magnets in the existing PSI accelerator facilities but also the design, the construction, the assembly and the magnetic qualification of the magnets for the PSI coming projects like the upgrade of the Swiss Light Source, SLS 2 planned for 2021–2024.
In this context we are looking for a
Magnet Engineerwith expertise in accelerator magnets and applied superconductivityYour tasksThe work will be part of the design and the qualification of the magnets (permanent, normal conducting and superconducting) for the upgrade of the Swiss Light Source, in particular for the superconducting super-bends.
The magnetic and thermo-mechanical design of the superconducting super -bends but also the design of permanent and electro-magnets for accelerator
The follow up of the production of the superconducting magnets
To perform the tests at cryogenic temperature of the superconducting magnets
The performance analysis at cryogenic temperature (power tests, magnetic measurements)
Your profileYou have an engineering diploma or a PhD degree in applied physics and a background in Multiphysics simulations (e.g. COMSOL, OPERA, Ansys). You have experience in applied superconductivity and superconducting magnets. Hands-on experience with the follow up of the production of magnet components is a clear asset. As a team-oriented and communicative person you enjoy working in an interdisciplinary group. You act independently, show initiative and are practice-oriented. Good knowledge of English is mandatory; knowledge of German is a plus.We offerOur institution is based on an interdisciplinary, innovative and dynamic collaboration. You will profit from a systematic training on the job, in addition to personal development possibilities and our pronounced vocational training culture. If you wish to optimally combine work and family life or other personal interests, we are able to support you with our modern employment conditions and the on-site infrastructure.
For further information, please contact Dr Stephane Sanfilippo, phone +41 56 310 41 11.
Please submit your application online for the position as a Magnet Engineer (index no. 8433-02).
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