Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Job Description

Introduction

Are you a qualified and proactive Pressure Equipment Integrity Technical Engineer, willing to contribute to a unique work environment at the heart of one of the world's most complex and exciting scientific experiments? Then this opportunity is for you. Join the largest particle physics research laboratory in the world! CERN, take part!

As a Pressure Equipment Integrity Technical Engineer, you will join the HSE unit, which supports CERN in the implementation and application of its safety policy, and the OHS Group, which is in charge of providing advice, monitoring and following-up on the implementation and accomplishment of safety objectives, aimed at a continuous improvement of a safe working environment. Within the OHS group, you will join the Process Engineering & General Safety Services (PE) Section.

You will be one of the CERN specialists for the management of pressure equipment integrity, as well as providing specialised support for risk-based inspection, and joining a multidisciplinary team of safety experts.

Functions

You will:

• Perform pressure equipment integrity management of pressure vessels, piping and safety accessories in line with CERN’s Regulatory Framework.
• Undertake work planning and work order creation for inspection activities, using the computerised asset management system.
• Supervise activities, contractor resources, and budget expenditure of CERN’s in-house safety valve testing workshop.
• Provide technical supervision of contractor inspection resources.
• Participate in pressure tests and conformity verifications.
• Review of design and manufacturing documentation.
• Report on pressure equipment inspection activities.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Mechanical or Materials Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in asset integrity of large-scale industrial facilities, including the use of risk-based inspection.
• Proven experience in the supervision of inspection activities for pressure equipment, including liasising with stakeholders.
• Experience in managing inspection data in computerised asset integrity/maintenance management systems.
• Experience in non-destructive testing techniques and their application to integrity management.
• Knowledge of European pressure equipment regulations or equivalent national standards.

Technical competencies:

• Safety conformity assessment: including testing, surveillance, inspection, certification and registration.
• Occupational safety and risk management: including hazard identification and analysis, risk assessment and compensatory measures definition.
• Knowledge and application of non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques.

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving results: having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind.
• Communicating effectively: ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented.
• Demonstrating flexibility: adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
• Working in teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.
• Working in the Interest of the organization: actively promoting safety and encouraging others to do the same; respecting safety rules and procedures.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 10.06.2025 at 23:59 CEST.

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

This position involves:

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.

Job grade: 4-5

Job reference: HSE-OHS-PE-2025-99-LD

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