Join our team
European XFEL is an international non-profit company located in the Hamburg area in Germany. It operates a 3.4 km-long X-ray laser, which produces X-rays of unique quality for studies in physics, chemistry, the life sciences, materials research and other disciplines. The diverse scientific facilities at European XFEL enable scientists from across the globe to carry out a wide range of experimental techniques.
For our Vacuum group we are looking for an
Industrial Mechanic or Physics Technician for Vacuum Technology (f/m/d)
The position
- Assembly and commissioning of vacuum components
- Organization of vacuum laboratory and clean room
- Cleaning, quality assurance and packaging of components under clean room conditions
- Participation in design, build-up and operation of test setups
- Teamwork within a team of international technicians, engineers and scientists
- Willingness to acquire a crane operator license, if not already available
- Participation in the vacuum group's on-call service
Requirements
- Industrial Mechanic, Physics Laboratory Technician or equivalent qualification
- Experience in setting up and operating complex experimental equipment
- Interest, willingness and ability to learn new areas of expertise
- Organizational and communication skills
- Experience with Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) equipment or working in clean room environments would be an asset
For additional information, please contact Martin Dommach (martin.dommach@xfel.eu).
Working place will be Schenefeld in the Hamburg metropolitan area. General information on working in Germany, the Hamburg area and the European XFEL can be found here.
Our offer
Become part of a vibrant international and multicultural team of scientists, engineers, technical and administrative staff. Be involved in cutting edge scientific and technical progress and participate in our international networks. Experience our atmosphere of tolerance and respect.
Salary and benefits are similar to those of public service organizations in Germany, this includes for example:
- family-friendly working environment (e.g. additional childcare days)
- flexible working times and option for work from home depending on tasks
- 30 days of vacation, 24th and 31st of December are free as a courtesy of the employer
- extensive relocation benefits
- generous company pension scheme (6,45 % of monthly salary)
- monthly social events and subsidized company restaurant
- partially financed job-tickets for public transportation
- extensive training opportunities incl. subsidized English and German language classes
Our company language is English.
Reference number: T-143
Duration: The appointment is initially limited to 2 years and may – subject to a later decision – become permanent.
Application
Please apply online and provide a motivation letter and your CV in English as well as reference letters in one single pdf-file.
The European XFEL GmbH is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and we promote and support diverse and heterogenous teams. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference over other equally qualified applicants.
Deadline: 5 May 2024
