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. Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary work environment with an atmosphere formed by lived diversity, inclusion and respect for our 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 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. Facing an upgrade to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase dramatically brightness and coherent flux, ALBA is in a phase of growth and dynamics.



Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and will give you the opportunities to explore new territories. For more information, you can take a look on our history watching this video: The selected candidate will carry out finite element analysis (FEA) calculations and simulations for scientific equipment and instrumentation projects—encompassing structural, structural dynamics (stability and vibrations), thermal, and thermo‑mechanical domains—both for engineering groups and other divisions. More in detail
- Perform meshing, calculation, and post‑processing of highly complex scientific equipment and instrumentation assemblies.
- Perform thermal and thermo‑mechanical calculations, as well as power balances, for optical elements and synchrotron absorber components (e.g., X-ray synchrotron beam mirrors), accelerators, and beamlines.
- Perform advanced Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) calculations.
- Design or supervise mechanical systems and cooling circuits for absorber elements, creating 3D models, detailed models, and 2D production drawings using CAD tools.
- Design and characterize deionised water cooling subsystems for the synchrotron, accelerator, beamlines, service areas, etc., as well as autonomous cooling circuit equipment for specific applications.
- Negotiate, agree upon, write, and prepare technical specifications for public tenders regarding the procurement of equipment, facilities, goods,



and services required to support operations and new developments carried out by the cross‑functional section.
- Develop and monitor project plans (including Gantt charts), and prepare and manage the project budget.
- Manage and track project procurement with suppliers, as well as the construction of new facilities.
- Maintain and update engineering drawing technical documentation.
- Operate and maintain cooling equipment, facilities, and subsystems.
- Support other groups and divisions in the operation and maintenance of cooling facilities, beamlines, and accelerators; this includes troubleshooting incidents in beamlines and accelerators, as well as defining and executing necessary preventive and corrective maintenance at an engineering level.
- Any other similar and reasonable duties or responsibilities assigned by Management, where applicable. 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 contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV. Applications that do not present the aforementioned or required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted. The successful candidate must hold a masters degree in Industrial Engineering with a specialization in mechanics, fluid mechanics, fluid dynamics, or equivalent; Master's degree in Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, and/or Physics, or an equivalent Master's degree. Selection Process Development The selection will be carried out through the

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