ESRF - Electronics Engineer F/M

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Job title: Electronics Engineer F/M
Ref.: 25-48-P-ISDD-DEG
Contract type: Permanent contract
Working time: Full-time or part-time job
Salary range: 41 K€ minimum
Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 08/08/2025

Context & Job description

The Electronics Unit, part of the Detector & Electronics Group in the Instrumentation Services and Development Division (ISDD), provides expertise in:

Control electronics for the ESRF experimental stations and accelerator complex.
Fast digital electronics and data acquisition for detectors and sensors.
High-precision analog electronics for scientific instrumentation.

To strengthen its capabilities, the Unit is seeking an Electronics Engineer with background in instrumentation control, system integration, and signal processing. The position requires a proactive, solution-driven mindset, with a strong sense of service to internal users. We are looking for a technically competent engineer who can work both independently and collaboratively. Hands-on experience in electronics and familiarity with control systems and electromechanical integration are valued, as the role involves working with systems interfacing with mechanical components such as electrical motors for positioning.

Your main missions will be:

Support the ESRF’s experimental stations and accelerator in the development, integration, and maintenance of control electronics.
Specify, design, procure, install, and maintain electronic instrumentation and systems for control applications.
Lead or contribute to projects involving control hardware, including motion control, data acquisition, and signal processing.
Serve as a technical contact for control electronics support.
Monitor and promote new system architectures and technologies relevant to instrumentation control.

Expected profile

You should hold a higher university degree (Master or equivalent diploma offering 300 ECTS) in electronics, physics, instrumentation or a related discipline.
A minimum of 5 years of experience as electronics engineer dealing with control instrumentation related matters.
Sound knowledge and experience in one or more of the following fields: analog and digital electronics design including PCB, scientific instrumentation, motion control, and data acquisition and control systems.
Familiarity with technical projects and operations management
Good IT skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Committed to deliver the best possible service.
Strongly collaborative and team player.
Well organised and good documentation writing skills.
Ability to manage time and to prioritise and plan work effectively.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Working conditions

The salary will be calculated on the basis of relevant qualifications and professional experience.

Do you recognize yourself in this description? Apply now for your next professional adventure!

What we offer:

Join an innovative international research institute, with a workforce from 38 different countries
Collaborate with global experts to advance science and address societal challenges
Come and live in a vibrant city, in the heart of the Alps, and Europe's Green Capital 2022
Enjoy a workplace designed to support your quality of life
Benefit from our competitive compensation and allowances package, including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

For further information on employment terms and conditions, please refer to https://www.esrf.fr/home/Jobs/what-we-offer.html

The ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from disabled persons.

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Company description

The European Synchrotron, the ESRF, is an international research centre based in Grenoble, France.

Through its innovative engineering, pioneering scientific vision and a strong commitment from its 700 staff members, the ESRF is recognised as one of the top research facilities worldwide. Its particle accelerator produces intense X-ray beams that are used by thousands of scientists each year for experiments in diverse fields such as biology, medicine, environmental sciences, cultural heritage, materials science, and physics.

Supported by 19 countries, the ESRF is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity.