Verification & Validation Engineer – Position in LST Project

About the Position

We are looking for a Verification & Validation Engineer to join our LST Project team at IFAE. The role involves planning, executing, and documenting all verification and validation activities for the Large-Sized Telescope (LST) in La Palma or Barcelona. The V&V Engineer will report to the Lead System Engineer and work closely with the LST subsystem coordinators and experts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Verification & Validation Plan and the Verification Control Matrix (VCM).
• Prepare and perform functional and performance tests on major subsystems.
• Document and review test procedures, data sheets, and acceptance criteria.
• Record test results, produce Verification Reports, and ensure traceability.
• Support troubleshooting and re-testing after modifications or repairs.
• Verify safety interlocks and emergency systems.
• Participate in system reviews (FAT, SAT, commissioning, readiness reviews).
• Contribute to configuration control by linking test results to as-built documentation.

Requirements

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Control, or Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in system testing or commissioning of complex systems.
• Proven ability to design and execute structured verification plans.
• Knowledge of PLC systems, sensors, and safety standards.
• Strong documentation and communication skills in English.
• Availability to travel when commanded in Europe for collaboration activities.

Nice to Have

• Experience with international projects.
• Familiarity with high energy physics research.

We Offer

• Temporal contract (3 years).
• Full-time contract (40 hours per week, Monday to Friday; no weekend work).
• IFAE Professional category: Engineer.
• Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications within the corresponding category range.
• The selected candidate is expected to join IFAE and the LST team at the agreed work location, either in La Palma or Barcelona, as soon as possible.

About the Company

The Institut de Física d’Altes Energies (IFAE) is a public consortium of the Generalitat de Catalunya, the Autonomous Government of Catalonia, and the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB). IFAE’s main objective is to carry out research and contribute to the development of high energy physics from a theoretical, experimental, and technological point of view. IFAE has the status of a “University Institute" attached to the UAB and its premises are within the campus of the University.

IFAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace and social integration of people with a disability. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Application Submission

Interested candidates should submit the application to [email protected] with the reference 2026-38_LST_Engineer (V&V). The position will stay open until filled. The application should include:

• Your CV (max 4 pages).
• Letter of Motivation (1 page).
• Contact details of two people who can be contacted for reference letter.

For questions and answers, contact the LST project manager Daniel Mazin [email protected] or Oscar Blanch [email protected].

Sending CVs to the above addresses implies consent to the IFAE’s legal warning on data privacy.