Overview
Institution
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 fields such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage.
Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary environment with diversity, inclusion and respect for colleagues. One of the goals of our gender equality plan is to reach parity within the Consortium’s different divisions and offices, and several actions have been taken to encourage applications from women in scientific, engineering and technical positions. 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 supports work-life balance. ALBA is upgrading to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase brightness and coherent flux. Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and provide opportunities to explore new territories.
For more information, you can take a look at our history by watching this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHMqiH4qBAo
Tasks
* Mechanical design (from conceptual to detailed design) of devices/systems for synchrotron instrumentation, including generation of specifications (derived from scientific needs) and design reports. The Project engineer is the owner of the 3D output, including assemblies and FEM, and is the primary/spoke person in design review meetings.
* Supervision and approval of manufacturing documentation (2D drawings) produced by the draftsman at the transversal section.
* Follow-up of the manufacturing process (requesting purchase orders, contracts and preparation/follow-up of call for tenders if necessary). Follow-up of in-house manufacturing.
* Test and validation of manufactured devices/systems. Acceptance tests and mechanical metrology.
* Support to other groups and divisions (experiments division and accelerators division) on the development of mechanical devices and systems.
Requirements
The 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 originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV. Applications that do not present the required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted.
The successful candidate must hold a bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering in the speciality of mechanics, as well as a related master degree. As an equivalent education degree, the former "Ingeniero Superior" will be also accepted (pre-Bologna plans).
The candidate should demonstrate a minimum of 5 years experience as a mechanical engineer in relevant development projects on optomechanics, and/or mecatronics, and/or scientific instrumentation and/or vacuum components, and/or particle accelerator components such as magnets, girders or passive RF systems.
Selection Process
The selection will be carried out through a 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). 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 professional development.
The assessment of the CV in the competition phase will be scored up to 40 points, considering the following aspects:
* Training/experience as a designer of mechanisms and mechatronic systems (e.g., positioning stages, sample holders, visualizing systems for optomechanics, among others) (up to 15 points).
* Experience as a technical manager and/or project manager of mechanical engineering projects (up to 5 points).
* Training/experience in FEM analysis (up to 5 points).
* Training/experience in fluid mechanics or de-ionized water cooling systems (up to 10 points).
* English language (Up to 5 points; B2 level affords 5 points).
The best rated candidates, at least two if possible, will be invited to an interview where 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 to be eligible. Provided they meet the minimum requirements and rank among the top five, at least one person from the underrepresented gender in the division/office may be interviewed.
The interview will include at least:
* Presentation of professional experience. Up to 20 points.
* Auto-assessment of soft skills. Up to 15 points.
* Vision of the job position. Up to 15 points.
* Motivation for applying. Up to 10 points.
Merits will be accredited by the CV attached to the application. The selection board may require 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. 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 offer.
Other Information
Permanent contract.
Proposed Selection Committee
Carles Colldelram Peroliu
Nahikari Gonzalez Martínez de Lapera
Jordi Salabert Quintana
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