Equipment Qualification Engineer

Fusion, the nuclear reaction that powers the sun and the stars, is a promising long‑term option for a sustainable, non‑carbon emitting global energy supply.

The ITER Organization (IO), based in southern France, welcomes best talents who can together prepare the way to this new energy in a truly multi‑cultural work environment.

We offer challenging assignments in a wide range of areas and encourage applications from candidates at all levels of experience. Applications from under‑represented ITER Members’ nations and women candidates are strongly encouraged, as IO strongly believes that a diversified, equitable, and inclusive workplace is crucial in solving one of the most complex scientific and engineering projects in the world today.

As the IO attracts and retains people coming from a vast array of different backgrounds and cultures, discrimination and exclusion cannot be tolerated. The IO believes it is our diverse perspectives and background that give unique strength and value to the ITER mission, regardless of race, member nation, gender, religion, status, sexual orientation, or disability – all are welcome and respected at ITER.

The IO is committed to fostering a fair and equitable environment across all areas of the project, including compensation and benefits.

ITER CARE Values (Collaboration / Accountability / Respect / Excellence):

We perform our work with care, we care for the well‑being of colleagues, our families and ourselves, and we care about the health of the planet for generations to come. CARE drives our work and our behaviours at ITER.

To see why ITER is a great place to work, please look at this video.

Final date to receive applications: 08/03/2026

Department: Engineering Services Department

Division / Program:

Section / Project: Nuclear Safety Engineering Section

Job Grade: P3 (SALARY SIMULATOR)

Language Requirements: Fluent in English (written & spoken)

Contract Duration: Initial Employment Contract up to five years with possibility for extension

The selection process will be conducted with the objective of filling the below vacant position with also the purpose of drawing up a reserve list of rostered candidates for future vacant positions. The reserve list initially remains valid for two years, with the possibility of extension at the Director‑General's discretion.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity at the heart of an ambitious fusion energy project? Join us as an Equipment Qualification Engineer where your goals will include:

• Coordinating the implementation of processes and technical instructions required to qualify equipment for functional requirements and environmental conditions, including normal, incidental and accidental conditions.
• Elaborating technical specifications and procedures for nuclear equipment and component qualification (such as Electrical and/or Instrumentation & Control equipment).
• Contributing to, and reviewing the drafting, technical control and surveillance of the qualification reports to be part of the Safety Files for the Nuclear Safety Authority.
• Ensuring deliverables are produced according to project schedule and budget, within a quality‑assured environment that requires rigor and a systematic way of working.
• Developing, under the leadership of your discipline manager, your skills and experience for the benefit of the Project.

The ESD provides the required skilled engineering resources or services, which are necessary for the successful completion of the ITER Project.

The Nuclear Safety Engineering section supports different IO entities requiring nuclear safety expertise. Nuclear safety comprises the study of normal, incidental and accident situations with impact on workers, members of the public and the environment; it comprises qualification of nuclear safety related equipment.

Being a member of the Nuclear Safety Engineering Section, you will have the opportunity to share and develop your expertise with other colleagues working in the same discipline on different ITER units.

• Performs a detailed review of nuclear equipment qualification documents (e.g. Identification File, Qualification…