Mechatronic Engineer - Motion Control Systems

About European XFEL and Role Overview

European XFEL is an international non-profit organization based near Hamburg, Germany, operating a 3.4 km X-ray laser facility used for advanced research in physics, chemistry, life sciences, and materials science. The Undulator Systems team seeks a Mechatronic Engineer to contribute to the development and integration of superconducting undulators, specifically working on the SUNDAE2 measurement system. This system is crucial for high-precision magnetic characterization employing Hall Probe, Moving Wire, and Pulsed Wire techniques.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate the operation of the SUNDAE2 test stand, working closely with the UNSYS team and DESY technical groups.
• Integrate, commission, and optimize mechanical, electrical, and motion control components of SUNDAE2.
• Operate, maintain, and further enhance the Hall probe measurement setup used for superconducting undulator characterization.
• Identify, acquire, and integrate instrumentation, sensors, and hardware working with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Refine and develop measurement procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency.
• Create and maintain technical documentation including 3D designs using NX, electrical schematics, and mechanical drawings.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Mechatronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related disciplines.
• Experience handling precision measurement systems, motion control technology, sensors, and instrumentation.
• Familiarity with magnetic measurement methods, Hall probe technology, or accelerator magnet analysis is strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in scientific data analysis and programming using tools such as Python or MATLAB.
• Working knowledge of electrical design software, like EPLAN, is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity for independent and team-based work in interdisciplinary environments.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Additional Information

The workplace is located in Schenefeld within the Hamburg metropolitan area. More details about living and working in Germany and at European XFEL are available. Interested candidates may contact Sara Casalbuoni for further details.

Benefits and Work Conditions

• Inclusive, multicultural work environment with opportunities to collaborate internationally and be involved in cutting-edge scientific progress.
• Supportive environment promoting work-life balance, including flexible scheduling and potential for remote work depending on responsibilities.
• Family-friendly policies such as additional childcare days.
• Generous paid time off: 30 vacation days plus employer-granted holidays on December 24 and 31.
• Competitive and transparent compensation aligned with German public service standards, ranging from approximately €4,902 to €7,026 monthly based on experience.
• Annual special payment ranging from 75-95% of one month’s salary depending on pay group.
• Subsidized public transportation ticket (Deutschlandticket).
• Company pension plan contributing 6.45% of the monthly salary.
• Comprehensive relocation support to ease settling in.
• English is the company’s working language facilitating international cooperation.
• Wide range of training offerings including subsidized language courses in German and English.
• Subsidized sports club memberships with access to thousands of clubs.
• Regular social events, employee discounts in the company restaurant, and access to professional mental health resources.