Research assistant in the field of materials engineering, mechanical engineering or comparable (m/f/d)

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) is a federal scientific and technical authority based in Berlin. As a departmental research institution of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, we examine and advise on the protection of people, the environment and property. Our activities in materials science, materials technology and chemistry focus on the technical safety of products and processes. Become part of our team of dedicated employees! To strengthen our team in the “Additive Manufacturing of Metallic Components” department in Berlin-Steglitz on 01.04.2026

Senior Consultant (m/w/d) of the Department of Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Similar Payment group 13 TVöD Time contract for 36 months subject to the grant Full time

carrying out and coordinating research in the subproject of the BAM ‘Examinations to SE(B) samples’ under the BMUKN joint project MCGUSS-2 ‘Review of the Master Curve modifications approaches for ferritic cast iron with spherical graphite’. To this end, both theoretical work and an extensive experimental study programme must be carried out. This includes in particular: Preparation of literature for fracture mechanical toughness assessment of cast iron with spherical graphite Material procurement (coordination with foundry, monitoring casting concept and material property profile, development of sample systematics) Organisation of sample production and mechanical-technological material property characterization (production of standard test concept. Assessment of experimental results, discussion failure mechanisms) Break-mechanical test series with small and large samples at increased loading speeds (further development, coordination and evaluation of the temperature- and load-speed-dependent examination programme, analysis of influencing factors) Result discussion and coordination with the project partner MPA University of Stuttgart (part project ''Experiences at C(T)- and DC(T)-Proben'') Statistical analysis of the data base produced Material-specific study of methodological principles of the Master Curve method Fractographic and metallographic studies of the fracture mechanism National and international exchanges in relevant specialist working groups and standardisation bodies Documentation and publication (national and international journals and conferences, project reports)

Successfully completed engineering studies (Dipl.-Ing.*in/Master) in the field of materials engineering, mechanical engineering or comparable knowledge of fracture-mechanical material testing and component evaluation and mechanical-technological material testing Good knowledge and experience in the structural property relationship of metallic construction materials and structure division Knowledge and experience in the field of ductile cast iron materials are advantageous Good knowledge and experience in experimental mechanical testing and the necessary measuring technology for strength, path and temperature, as well as statistical testing Ability to present and discuss results in national and international working groups and at technical meetings Ability to document, discuss and publish written results Very good knowledge of the German and English language in word and writing very good PC knowledge with MS Office, technical-scientific graphics software, e.g. Origin Experience in the management of research projects beneficial (application, scientific processing, coordination, reporting) Good communication and information behaviour, targeted and structured working methods, initiative/readiness to use and skills, team capacity and cooperation readiness as well as flexibility

Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions and industrial companies Attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and equipment at the latest scientific level (Labore etc.) Possibilities of internal, cross-disciplinary networking and participation in team events A research and development space for own innovative ideas Good reconciliation of work and private life [Work-Life-Balance], possibility of mobile work, flexible working time design, 30 days vacation and use up to 12 days of equalisation per year Open welcome culture, certified family-friendly working environment, regular feedback talks and competent responses, sustainability [e.g.