Measurement technician of mechatronic systems

Measurement technician of mechatronic systems

At a glance

• Job title: Measurement technician of mechatronic systems
• Ref.: 26-14-P-ISDD-MEG
• Contract type: Permanent contract
• Working time: Full-time job

Within the Mechanical Engineering Group of the ESRF's Instrumentation Services and Development Division (ISDD), the Advanced Analysis and Precision Unit provides support and expertise in modelling and measurements. You will join the Precision Dynamics and Mechatronics team which focuses on mechatronics developments, together with analysis and measurement of high precision instruments and vibration measurements.

As a member of this team, you will provide expertise and assistance to ESRF technical and scientific staff in terms of high‑precision positioning systems and will contribute to in‑house instrumentation developments and the characterisation of mechatronics solutions. You will work in close relation with mechanical, control, electronics, optical and software engineers.

Your main tasks will be the following:

• Perform high‑precision measurements on precision positioning systems, with diverse tools and specific software: dial gauges, micrometres, interferometer, autocollimator etc.
• Follow‑up and/or carry out acceptance tests (factory or site acceptance tests)
• Use computing tools for data analysis
• Prepare measurement devices and systems: configuration, calibration, debugging
• Advise about improvements to implement on existing systems
• Provide assistance for the assembly and testing of integrated instrumentation as well as their installation and commissioning on the beamlines
• Maintain a database of measurement data and produce reports

Expected profile

• You should hold a technical diploma (BSc, Licence, HND, HNC, BTS, DUT, Bachelor or equivalent) worth at least 120 ECTS in physical measurements, mechanical engineering or mechatronic; a lower‑level qualification requires substantial professional experience or vocational training demonstrating a comparable level of competence.
• At least 3 years’ experience in dimensional metrology and/or the measurement of positioning system precision, or in the assembly and testing of precision mechanical systems.
• Strong interest for high precision mechanical systems, including mechatronics or robotics.
• Confirmed skills in physical measurements are essential. In addition, the following skills and qualities are required:
  • Know how to operate a complete measurement chain.
  • Good understanding of the physical parameters measured in order to be able to detect failures.
  • Be able to read a mechanical system drawing (incl. detail drawing) and interpret tolerances.
  • Data processing using computing tools.
• Autonomous, well‑organised and methodical approach to work.
• Able to produce synthetic written reports.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in both French and English. English is the working language at the ESRF.

Working conditions

Permanent contract

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

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 ourcompetitive compensation and allowances package , including financial support for your relocation to Grenoble

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