About this role
Do you enjoy working on complex technology where different systems have to work together perfectly? Are you an experienced engineer with a background in electronics, systems engineering, embedded systems, RF or electrical engineering? And would you like to contribute to a unique, long-term R&D project? For a high-tech R&D project in Mol, Belgium, we are looking for a S enior Electronics & Systems Engineer to support the development, integration and commissioning of electronics for a new superconducting linear accelerator. You do not necessarily need previous experience with particle accelerators. We are particularly interested in engineers with a strong background in LLRF, systems engineering, embedded electronics or electrical/electronics engineering, combined with experience in complex R&D environments. Your role You will join a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the electronics supporting the accelerator. Your role will be broad: you will work on the development of electronic systems, help integrate different technical subsystems and make sure that these systems work together as one reliable and well-functioning solution. Your responsibilities will include: Supporting the engineering, integration and commissioning of electronic systems; Contributing to systems related to Low-Level RF (LLRF) and beam diagnostics; Translating technical needs into clear requirements, technical specifications and acceptance criteria; Supporting system architecture and the definition of complex technical systems; Supporting the integration and verification of different subsystems; Developing and testing simulation models and prototypes to validate technical concepts; Contributing to the development and verification of embedded electronics, FPGA and firmware; Supporting the setup and management of dedicated test facilities where different systems are brought together; Supporting installation, testing, commissioning and verification activities; Maintaining technical documentation throughout the full lifecycle of the systems; Working closely with internal teams, international partners and external suppliers; Supporting technical procurement processes and supplier follow-up. In short: you help develop complex electronic systems and make sure that all the different technical pieces work together as one system. Your background We are looking for a senior engineer with a broad technical perspective. You do not need to have every skill listed below. A strong background in one or more of these areas is particularly relevant: LLRF / RF Experience with Low-Level RF systems; Experience with RF electronics or RF control systems; Experience with accelerator technology is a strong asset. Systems Engineering Experience with system architecture, requirements and technical specifications; Experience with system integration, verification and testing; Comfortable working across different technical subsystems and disciplines. Embedded / Electronics Experience with embedded systems engineering; Experience with electronics, FPGA and/or firmware; Knowledge of programming languages such as Python, C or C++. Electrical / Electronics Engineering A strong background in electrical engineering, electronics or a related discipline; Experience developing or integrating complex technical systems in an industrial or research-oriented R&D environment. In addition, you: hold a Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Physics or a related technical field or equivalent by experience; are comfortable working independently and taking initiative; can switch easily between different technical topics, priorities and requirements; communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders; have excellent written and spoken English. Nice to haves: Experience with procurement, supplier follow-up, collaborative projects or dedicated test facilities Knowledge of Dutch and/or French