Controls Software Engineer

ALBA is a synchrotron light source facility, devoted to research on a variety of fields, like bioscience, chemistry, material science, electronics… It is a Spanish public institution, co-financed by the Spanish Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovacion and the Catalan Conselleria d'Empresa i Coneixment. ALBA users come from universities, research institutes and industry. Beyond science, ALBA is a hub for technological developments, training and innovation.
ALBA is growing in terms of new beamlines and related services, and we are searching for motivated people to join us and contribute to the strength of our facility and its future.
ALBA is situated near Barcelona, a welcoming, plural and diverse city, a city to live and share.
ALBA is the Spanish synchrotron light source, a large research infrastructure operating ten beamlines, complementary facilities, and an Electron Microscopy Center, this last in partnership with other institutions. Currently constructing multiple more beamlines, expanding the Electron Microscopy Center, and integrating advanced data analytics, it sums up a wide range of infrastructures geared toward finding solutions to societal challenges.
Located in Cerdanyola del Vallès (Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain), it is funded by the Spanish Government (Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación) and the Catalan Government (Generalitat de Catalunya, Departament de Recerca i Universitats). The synchrotron light produced by 3 GeV electrons is used by thousands of researchers to analyse and understand the properties and functionality of matter, spanning a wide variety of fields, such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage.
Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary work environment with an atmosphere formed by lived diversity, inclusion and respect for our colleagues. Located close to Barcelona in a natural park and well connected by car and public transportation, with excellent connectivity to the world and an employer who understands the importance of life-work balance.
Facing an upgrade to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase dramatically brightness and coherent flux, ALBA is in a phase of growth and dynamics. Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and will give you the opportunities to explore new territories.
TasksThe Controls and Data Acquisition (DAQ) Section is staffed by 19 engineers. They design, develop, operate and support the Control Systems of the Accelerators, Beamlines, and Laboratories and the Data Acquisition systems required for the experiments. Also, the section is responsible for the Protection Systems for Personnel and Equipment.
We are looking for a Controls Software Engineer eager to learn and take on new challenges while contributing to:
• Develop Software for the Control System, Data Acquisition, and Data Processing of the ALBA Synchrotron's Accelerators and Beamlines.
• Participate in the development of the generic software toolset, including the core libraries, hardware specific developments and control, including graphical components and integration of actuators, sensors and detectors.
• Propose and implement innovation projects in the field of Controls software in order to ensure growth of the Section technical expertise.
• Be a contact person for internal customer units and external collaborations.
• Take part in Agile teams for software development projects.
• Provide operational support and maintenance for the services related to the Control Systems, particularly for Accelerators and Beamlines.
The successful candidate will work in technical areas such as:
• Software Interfaces; Network-based Distributed Control Systems (DCS) e.g. TANGO (mainly), EPICS
• MXCuBE application for Controls and Data Acquisition of ALBA Synchtrotron MX Beamlines
• Motion Control using advanced motion controllers e.g. Aerotech, IcePAP
• Python based Controls and DAQ frameworks for Synchrotron's Accelerators and Beamlines e.g. Sardana
The position requires speaking and writing English fluently.
RequirementsThe requirements for participation must be met on the date of the deadline for the submission of applications and will be accredited by means of the CV attached to it, without prejudice to the power of the selection body to require the contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV.
Applications that do not present the aforementioned or required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted.
Formal Education:
• University degree in Computer Engineering.
o Alternatively, candidates holding Physics or Engineering degree guaranteeing similar technical capacities as Computer Engineering university degree will also be considered.
• Programming working experience (minimum 5 years) in Python or C++.
• Working experience in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) (TANGO or others) (minimum 5 years).
• C1 English level required.
Selection Process DevelopmentThe selection will be carried out through the competition-opposition system.
As a first phase, an analysis of the curriculum will be carried out (assessment of previous experience and / or scientific history, degree, training and other professional information relevant to the position). Career breaks or variations in the chronological order of CVs will be regarded as an evolution of a career, and consequently, as a contribution to the professional development.
The assessment of the CV in the competition phase will be scored up to 40 points, which will consider the following aspects:
• Computer Engineering Studies (10 points).
• Working experience in the before mentioned technical areas (up to 30 points for 5 years); TANGO DCS (7.5 points), Control and DAQ of MX Beamlines (7.5 points) and Python Controls and DAQ frameworks (7.5 points), Motion Control (7.5 points);
The best rated candidates, at least two if possible, will be invited to an interview where the technical competence, knowledge, skills and professional experience linked to the position will be assessed, with a total score of 60 points. A minimum of 30 points must be obtained out of a total of 60 points to be eligible.
Provided they meet the minimum requirements and have ranked among the top five after the assessment of the CV phase, at least one person from the underrepresented gender in the division/office will be interviewed.
The interview will include at least:
• Presentation of professional experience
• Auto-assessment of soft skills
• Vision of the job position
• Motivation for applying
The merits will be accredited by means of the CV attached to the application. The selection board may require accreditation by additional documentation, originals or certified copies confirming the experience invoked in the CV.
In case of a tied final score, the position will be awarded to the person who belongs to the most underrepresented gender in the corresponding Division and subsidiarily to the overall company.
If necessary, alternates of the members of the selection board will be appointed by the president of the selection process, and the change will be published in the announcement.
The resolution of the selection procedure will be carried out within a maximum period of six months from the deadline for submitting applications for participation.
The selection process may be declared vacant if the selection board considers not to have found eligible candidates for the position although they might meet the requirements to participate in the selection process specified in the offer.
Other informationThis selection process is the result of the authorization of a specific replacement rate for CELLS in order to reduce the temporariness rate and to fill the positions on an permanent basis.
The Selection Board is composed by the following members: Oscar Matilla Barceló, Montserrat Pont Montaner and Zbigniew Reszela.
At CELLS we are committed to promote gender balance in our company. Women are largely underrepresented in the scientific and technical sectors. To avoid unconscious bias during the first phase of the selection process, we are requiring from you a blind CV, i.e. one in which it is not possible to identify your gender of the applicant.
When registering for the offer, the data that would allow to identify your gender will not be shared with the selection committee. All they will have is your blind CV.
We appreciate you being part of the effort to increase diversity at CELLS
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