Engineer at the Technology Platform for Hydraulic Machines

• 19 octobre 2026
• 100%
• Temporary
• Lausanne

EPFL, l'École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks among the top 20 universities worldwide. EPFL employs more than 6,500 people supporting the three main missions of the institution: teaching, research, and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including more than 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from more than 120 different countries.

Engineer at the Technology Platform for Hydraulic Machines

About the position

The PTMH - Plateforme Technologique pour Machines Hydrauliques provides independent scientific services to research laboratories and industry in the field of hydraulic machines and hydroelectricity. These services primarily consist of experimental tests of scale models of large machines and hydraulic systems.

Testing activities are carried out using a unique experimental installation composed of three test benches allowing for experiments on all types of hydraulic machines, hydroelectric units, and hybrid battery systems.

The maintenance and upgrading of the facilities must be continuous in order to guarantee the quality of measurement results, subject to contractual clauses.

We are looking for a mechanical engineer to join and strengthen our engineering team.

Main responsibilities

Main responsibilities include:

• Managing projects with clients, suppliers, and the PTMH internal team. Main responsibilities include the preparation and conduct of model tests, the calibration of required instruments, ensuring the quality of data acquisition, writing measurement reports, and contributing to performance analyses.
• Managing the maintenance of the experimental infrastructure and ensuring the proper functioning and reliability of the test platforms.
• Participating in the continuous improvement of the facilities, including software and metrological adaptations.
• Ensuring service quality by defining and implementing processes and performing root cause analyses in case of problems.
• Supporting the training of new test engineers and assisting during practical laboratory sessions for EPFL students.
• Occasionally performing follow-up and validation activities for tests in partner laboratories or directly on hydroelectric plant sites.

Profile

• Degree in mechanical engineering EPF, HES or equivalent, with skills in hydraulic/electrical systems.
• Experience with experimental techniques and National Instruments systems.
• Curiosity and ability to design and develop innovative setups and instruments to meet specific testing and measurement needs.
• Experience with LabVIEW and control systems programming is an asset.
• Proficiency in French and English required.

We offer

• A unique environment within an independent hydraulic research and testing center, equipped with high-quality experimental facilities.
• Access to a network of renowned experts in the fields of hydraulics and electrical engineering.
• An excellent working environment with a strong team spirit.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and training.

Information

Only applications submitted via the online platform will be considered. Interested candidates must upload the following documents as a single PDF before 23 mars 2026:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Work certificate if available

For any additional information, please contact: Dr Elena Vagnoni (elena.vagnoni@epfl.ch)

Activity rate: 100.00

Contract type: CDD

Duration: 1 year, renewable

Reference: 2545