International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory Careers

Maintenance Technician - Electrical Officer

Job Reference: Ref.06.25.505

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Maintenance & Installation

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 48 months

Open Date for Applications: January 30th, 2025

Closing Date for Applications: March 16th, 2025, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words: #electricalsystems #buildinginfrastructures #maintenance #automationsystems

Overview

We are looking for an Electrician with experience in electrical systems and building infrastructures to join the team responsible for maintenance. This professional will act in the technical support of electrical power systems, lighting, access control, electrical networks and other critical equipment, ensuring the continuous and safe operation of the building.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems, including distribution boards, lighting circuits, sockets and emergency power systems;
• Diagnose and correct faults in electrical networks and low-voltage systems;
• Inspect and adjust systems (sensors, actuators);
• Maintain access control systems, alarms, CCTV and building communication systems;
• Inspect and maintain emergency generator systems;
• Collaborate and carry out improvements and extensions to the electrical infrastructure;
• Inspect energy efficiency systems;
• Monitor outsourced services in technical systems (i.e., electrical, automation and security);
• Ensure that work carried out by third parties complies with regulations and quality standards;
• Ensure that all activities are carried out in accordance with technical safety standards and building regulations;
• Keep records and technical reports of the activities carried out up to date;
• Update electrical schematics and building diagrams, as necessary.

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• Certification in Electrical Installations and Services is mandatory;
• Technical degree in Electricity, Electro-technics or related areas in the field of electrical installations;

Experience and Technical Skills

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in electrical and building maintenance;
• Familiarity with the operation and maintenance of building systems;
• Knowledge of low and medium voltage electrical networks;
• Experience with building automation systems and control equipment;
• Training in the areas of electricity and instrumentation;
• Basic knowledge of MS Office.

Other Valued Qualifications

• Other certifications relevant to building systems will be valued;

Personal Skills

• Proactivity in problem-solving and preventive maintenance;
• Good communication skills when interacting with internal teams and external suppliers;
• Organisation and attention to technical accuracy.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

a)     Cover letter

b)     Curriculum Vitae

c)      Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.