Research Associate for PETRA IV Power Supplies | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin (w/m/d) für PETRA IV Netzgeräte

Dt Elektronen-Synchrotron DESY Personalabteilung

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Jan 29, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role seeks a highly qualified Research Associate to contribute to the development and maintenance of high-performance power supply systems for the PETRA IV accelerator project. The successful candidate will utilize a strong background in electrical or information engineering, applying expertise in circuit and measurement technology, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and power electronics. Day-to-day tasks will involve circuit development, layout design (potentially using tools like Altium Designer), circuit simulation, and potentially software programming for FPGAs or C++. Key qualifications include a university degree in engineering, robust technical knowledge in electronics, and strong organizational and teamwork skills. The position is attractive for professionals looking to apply deep technical knowledge in a cutting-edge scientific research environment, requiring independent mobility across various site locations, including underground accelerator facilities.

Required Skills

Education

Completed scientific university education in Engineering (Electrical or Information Technology) or equivalent specialist knowledge, skills, and experience

Experience

  • Professional experience in circuit and measurement technology
  • Experience in the field of EMC
  • Experience in power electronics (preferred)
  • Experience in circuit development, layout, and simulation
  • Experience with software programming (FPGA, C++ preferred)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Independent mobility on and between different sites, as well as within underground accelerator facilities