Electronics Engineer

ALBA is the Spanish synchrotron light source, a large research infrastructure operating ten beamlines, complementary facilities, and an Electron Microscopy Center, this last in partnership with other institutions.

Currently constructing multiple more beamlines, expanding the Electron Microscopy Center, and integrating advanced data analytics, it sums up a wide range of infrastructures geared toward finding solutions to societal challenges.

Located in Cerdanyola del Vallès (Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain), it is funded by the Spanish Government (Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación) and the Catalan Government (Generalitat de Catalunya, Departament de Recerca i Universitats).

The synchrotron light produced by 3 GeV electrons is used by thousands of researchers to analyse and understand the properties and functionality of matter, spanning a wide variety of fields, such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage.

Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary work environment with an atmosphere formed by lived diversity, inclusion and respect for our colleagues.

Located close to Barcelona in a natural park and well connected by car and public transportation, with excellent connectivity to the world and an employer who understands the importance of life-work balance.

Facing an upgrade to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase dramatically brightness and coherent flux, ALBA is in a phase of growth and dynamics.

Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and will give you the opportunities to explore new territories.

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TasksThe candidate will join the Electronics Section, which is currently staffed by 18 members.

The section designs and provides operational support to the control and data acquisition systems hardware, both for the particle accelerator and the experimental laboratories (beamlines).

In addition, it is responsible for the power supplies of both the accelerators and the beamlines. Finally, it provides electronic design support to various sub-groups within the organization.
We are looking for an Electronics Engineer eager to take on new challenges while contributing to:

• Upgrades and support to the ALBA electromagnets Power Supply System.
• Upgrades and support to either other operative or new beamlines.
• Upgrades and support to the operation of the accelerator control hardware.
• New instrumentation developments.

RequirementsThe requirements for participation must be met on the date of the deadline for the submission of applications and will be accredited by means of the CV attached to it, without prejudice to the power of the selection body to require the contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV.

Applications that do not present the aforementioned or required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted.

Formal Education:

• University degree in Electronics engineering, Telecommunications engineering or other discipline of proven similar technological capacities.

Previous knowledge and experience in the following fields:

• Experience proficient use of scientific instrumentation (electromemeters, RF generators, isolation meters, current transducers, function generators, high bandwidth oscilloscopes years working experience minimum)
• Experience in operating high-performance and high-wattage power supplies (2 years working experience minimum)
• Minimum 2 years of experience with a focus on electronics hardware design, gained in an accelerator, similar scientific institution, or an R&D electronics department.

Languages:

• C1 English level required

Selection Process DevelopmentThe selection will be carried out through the competition-opposition system.

As a first phase, an analysis of the curriculum will be carried out (assessment of previous experience and / or scientific history, degree, training and other professional information relevant to the position).

Career breaks or variations in the chronological order of CVs will be regarded as an evolution of a career, and consequently, as a contribution to the professional development.

The assessment of the CV in the competition phase will be 40 points, which will consider the following aspects:

• Data acquisition systems (DAQ) (max 10 points)
• High precision and low range current amplifiers (max 10 points)
• Maintenance and test of high precision and high stability pulsed power supplies (10 points)

Maintenance and test of high precision and high stability DC power supplies in the following power rating ranges:
o Up to 10kW (max 5 points)
o Up to 50kW (max 3 points)
o Up to 500kW (max 2 points)

The evaluation of the previous points will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Theoretical background (acquired during professional experience, internships or university practices) - 30% of max points.
• Experience in Design and implementation (personal project developments including professional, degree project or similar) - 60% of max points
• Demonstrable Professional Experience of 2 years minimum - 100% of max points.

The best rated candidates, at least two if possible, will be invited to an interview where the technical competence, knowledge, skills and professional experience linked to the position will be assessed, with a total score of 60 points.

A minimum of 30 points must be obtained out of a total of 60 points to be eligible.

The interview will include at least:

• Presentation of professional experience
• Auto-assessment of soft skills
• Vision of the job position
• Motivation for applying

The merits will be accredited by means of the CV attached to the application.

The selection board may require accreditation by additional documentation, originals or certified copies confirming the experience invoked in the CV.

In case of a tied final score, the position will be awarded to the person who belongs to the most underrepresented gender in the corresponding Division and subsidiarily to the overall company.

If necessary, alternates of the members of the selection board will be appointed by the president of the selection process, and the change will be published in the announcement.

The resolution of the selection procedure will be carried out within a maximum period of six months from the deadline for submitting applications for participation.

The selection process may be declared vacant if the selection board considers not to have found eligible candidates for the position although they might meet the requirements to participate in the selection process specified in the offer.

Other informationPermanent contract.

This selection process is the result of the authorization of a specific replacement rate for CELLS in order to reduce the temporariness rate and to fill the positions on an permanent basis.

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