ESRF - Electrical Technician F/M

At a glance

Job title: Electrical Technician F/M
Ref.: 26-7-P-TID-BIG
Contract type: Permanent contract
Working time: Full-time job
Salary range: 32.1 K€ minimum
Publication start on Front Office : Site internet: 26/02/2026

Context & Job description

The Buildings & Infrastructure Group oversees the operation, maintenance, and development of the ESRF site and its technical infrastructure. This includes managing construction projects, HVAC systems, fluids and networks electrical distribution. Within the B&I Group the Electrical Unit manages the electrical infrastructure of the ESRF site.

As a technician in the Electrical Unit, you will:

Be in charge of HV/LV and low current networks from initial specifications through to final installation.
Be in charge of commissioning and start-up activities, ensuring compliance with all technical specifications.
Oversee site work contracts (eg. cabling contract).
Carry out studies and technical specifications for procurement of equipment and materials.
Oversee and coordinate contractor interventions including site access, work permits and on-site supervision.
Elaborate and update electrical diagrams and related documents.
Fulfill standby duties to support continuous operations.

Expected profile

· Degree in electrotechnics engineering (in French: BAC PRO, BUT, BTS, Licence Pro,…).

· Minimum three years of relevant professional experience in electrical power distribution (HV and LV), lighting and communication cabling in an industrial environment.

· Mandatory knowledge of European and French electrotechnical standards and safety regulations ion (NFC15-100, NFC 18-510…).

· Familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel.

· Excellent communication, ability to work in/with multi-disciplinary teams, availability, autonomy.

· Fluent in written and spoken French (C2).

· Basic English (A1).

Working conditions

The salary will be calculated based on 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.