Electrical Design Engineer

You are expected to possess the foundational knowledge required to:

Perform short-circuit calculations. Conduct protection coordination and selectivity studies. Design electrical power distribution systems and circuits. Prepare calculation reports, lighting studies, and earthing studies. Produce electrical design drawings, including single-line diagrams. Prepare bills of materials for electrical equipment and installations.

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• Proven hands-on experience in the design of low voltage distribution networks (LV calculation notes, equipment dimensioning, selectivity studies and protection).

• Proven experience in short circuit calculations.

• Proven experience in selectivity studies.

• Knowledge of LV standards, LV protection, indirect contact protection, knowledge of different types of earthing systems and safety networks).

• A good understanding of power systems; voltage drop calculations, short circuit calculations and dimensioning of cables and equipment.

• Experience with low voltage design calculation tools (ElecCalc, Caneco or similar software).

• Proficient in AutoCAD or similar.

• Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

• You have a professional background in Electrical Engineering (or a related field) and have either: a Master's degree with 2 to 6 years of post-graduation professional experience; or a PhD with no more than 3 years of post-graduation professional experience.

• You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.