About this role
Core mission:
The Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL), located in Grenoble, France, is Europe's premier research facility for fundamental research utilizing neutrons. The ILL operates the brightest neutron source in the world and hosts over 2000 visits by scientists each year, who come to conduct world-class research.
You will serve as the primary technical contact for the neutron imaging instruments (experimental stations) "MoTo" and "PorTo" within the Applied Science group, collaborating with other technicians in the group. You will work closely with the scientists responsible for the instruments to which you are assigned. Depending on the needs of the various instruments, you may also be asked to work concurrently on other instruments within the group.
Your tasks:
Within the Applied Science group, in close collaboration with the instrument team, you will have the following responsibilities:
- Conduct maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair work on the instruments and associated equipment
- Participate in technical projects related to the instruments, such as sample environments
- Create drawings (in SolidWorks), calibrate equipment, and maintain technical documentation
- Perform conventional machining operations such as turning and milling
- Assist instrument scientists and visiting scientists in preparing their experiments and provide technical advice to instrument users regarding sample environments and instrumentation during experiments
- Engage in the design and development of equipment for MoTo, PorTo, and other instruments in the Applied Science group in collaboration with other ILL services
- Ensure compliance with instrument safety regulations, particularly those related to nuclear safety.
Your profile:
- You hold a Level 4/5 qualification (e.g., BTEC, HNC/HND or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, applied physics, instrumentation, or a related field, with at least two years of professional experience in the area.
- You have experience in the manufacture, assembly, and alignment of precision mechanical and optical assemblies.
- You are proficient in the use of CAD software.
- Ideally, you also possess some knowledge of computing, electronics, and electricity, enabling you to participate in other technical projects.
- You have a practical approach to your work and are eager to learn new skills.
- You are capable of working independently on a wide variety of projects.
- You possess the necessary interpersonal skills to collaborate with in-house and visiting scientists.
What we offer:
Quality of life - This position is based in Grenoble. A hub for research and technology, the city of Grenoble is ideally situated in the heart of the French Alps (just 3 hours from Paris/Provence by train, 1 hour from Lyon international airport, and 1.5 hours from Geneva). We prioritize a healthy work-life balance for our staff. Therefore, we offer remote working options (under certain conditions), generous annual paid leave, and a range of other benefits that you will discover upon joining us!
Prospects - We guarantee you a secure permanent position based in Grenoble within a multicultural scientific environment.
Benefits - We offer generous social benefits (expatriation allowance, excellent health coverage), moving and relocation assistance (under certain conditions), and an annual productivity bonus. We also provide language courses for you and your partner, subsidies for public transport and the staff canteen, as well as for holidays and various cultural and sports activities. For more information, please visit https://www.ill.eu/careers/working-at-the-ill/employment-conditions.
Sounds interesting?
Then why not take your next career step with us by applying online - preferably in English - via our career portal quoting reference number 25/64. This position will remain open until we find the ideal candidate, so please do not hesitate to apply as soon as possible. Please note that all applicants are subject to administrative screening (background checks). For this position, medical fitness (including for work under ionizing radiation) is required. We are committed to equal opportunities and diversity and therefore welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The Institut Laue-Langevin (ILL), located in Grenoble, France, is Europe's leading research facility for fundamental research using neutrons. United by our passion for progress and technology, we advance science and research every day. Together, we can pave the way for discoveries that will help make our world a better place.
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