Certified Electrical Engineering Technician | r Techniker*in - Fachrichtung Elektrotechnik
Max-Planck-Institut für Plasmaphysik e.V.
Job Summary
This role supports the operation and expansion of the ASDEX Upgrade large-scale fusion experiment at the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) in Garching. The primary focus is the maintenance and continued development of the 8 MW millimeter-wave heating system. Day-to-day tasks include performing essential maintenance, assembly, and repair work, alongside creating design plans, managing manufacturing documentation, and conducting commissioning and testing procedures. The technician will also be responsible for operating the system during test and experimental phases, including monitoring and troubleshooting. Candidates must hold a Certified Technician qualification in Electrical Engineering and possess practical experience in areas such as high-voltage technology, automation systems (like SIMATIC), and laboratory work, contributing to a critical scientific-technical project in an international research environment.
Required Skills
Education
Certified Technician (Staatlich geprüfte/r Techniker/in) in Electrical Engineering
Experience
- Professional experience in High Voltage Technology, Millimeter Waves, or Beam Optics
- Professional experience with Analog/Digital Electrical Circuits
- Experience with Automation systems (SIMATIC 400/1500, WinCC)
- Laboratory experience
Languages
Additional
- Permanent contract. Must be able to work in confined or hard-to-reach areas. Located in Garching, supporting the ASDEX Upgrade experiment.
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