ALBA is the Spanish synchrotron light source, a large research infrastructure operating thirteen 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 a wide variety of fields, such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage.
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 mostly in scientific, engineer and technical job 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 understands the importance of life-work balance.
For more information, you can take a look on our history watching this video:The candidate will join the Electronics Section, which currently has 17 members. The section designs and provides operational support for control and data acquisition systems hardware for both the particle accelerator and experimental laboratories (beamlines).



It is also responsible for the power supplies of the accelerators and beamlines, and provides electronic design support to various sub-groups within the organization.
We are seeking an Electronics Engineer who is eager to take on new challenges and contribute to the following areas:Participate in the design, development, commissioning, and support of scientific instrumentation and cabling for accelerators, beamlines, and laboratories.
Participate in the design, development, commissioning, and support of power supplies for accelerator electromagnets, beamlines, and laboratories.
Serve as Project Manager when designated by the Section Head.
Coordinate administrative and technical processes for public tenders and contracts, including drafting, monitoring, approval, and signing.
Define, organize, and supervise tasks for electronics technical staff.
RequirementsThe 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 contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV.
University degree in Electronics engineering, Telecommunications engineering or another discipline with proven similar technological capacities.
Use of basic electronics instrumentation such as oscilloscopes, voltmeters,



and ammeters.
High-precision motion control with stepper motor controllers, servomotor controllers or piezoelectric controllers.
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 relevant to the position). 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 the professional development.
Data acquisition systems and specialized beamline scientific instrumentation, including high-accuracy synchronization, low-current and high-impedance measurements, and ultra-high vacuum (UHV) electronics . (10 points)High precision motion control with stepper motor controllers (as IcePAP) and piezo-based motor controller (as Smaract systems). (10 points)Electronic cabling (industrial control, network, signal, RF, vacuum). (7,5 points)PCB design with ECAD software (Altium or KiCad). (Provided they meet the minimum requirements and have ranked among the top five after the assessment of the CV phase, at least one person from the underrepresented gender in the division/office will be interviewed.
Proficient knowledge of electronic instrumentation related to particle accelerators and beamlines. (Other informationPermanent contract.
Base salary range €34,500 – €43,000 gross per year.
Additional remuneration: annual productivity bonus (approximately 4% of the base salary), subject to the applicable internal policy and performance evaluation.
ALBA also offers an attractive employment conditions, including adaptable working arrangements and professional development opportunities.

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