Materialprüfanstalt für das Bauwesen | Germany | 38xxx Braunschweig | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 20.05.2026 on stepstone.de
Test Engineer for Fire Protection (m/f/d)
The material testing facility for the construction industry (MPA BS) is a state operation of the state of Lower Saxony. With around 115 employees, the MPA Braunschweig is the largest testing centre in Lower Saxony and one of the largest in Europe. For decades, our employees have been involved in the development of national and international standards, represented in expert committees and based on the expertise of sought-after partners of national and international customers. In the field of fire protection, we offer manufacturers all necessary tests for classifications and certifications for fire protection from a single source – according to German and European standards. The specialist group 2.1 “Constructions and components in fire protection” deals in particular with the determination and evaluation of the fire resistance of components (walls, glazings, ceilings, supports, etc.), the fire resistance of fire protection closures (gates, doors, etc.) and their smoke protection and continuous function behavior. .
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Planning and preparation of fire tests with all related activities, such as scheduling, determination of test parameters, evaluation of test setups Execution of fire testing at the large fire furnace with recording of changes in the test specimen Analysis of measurement data and evaluation of results Elaboration of detailed audit reports and classification reports according to standards Creation of expert opinions on fire resistance Preparation of test programmes for national and European uses Compilation of general building supervision certificates for construction types Creation and verification of static calculations by Eurocode
Successfully completed university studies (Diplom (TU) / Master) in the field of civil engineering with a focus on construction engineering In-depth knowledge of the practical application of Eurocodes 2, 3 and 5, including auditable documentation Professional experience relevant to the task area in the constructional fire protection (constructive fire protection and/or static measurement of components in the event of fire) is desirable Knowledge of the use of general computing methods by Eurocode (thermal and mechanical analyses) is advantageous Very good German knowledge (C2) and good English knowledge (B2) Class B driving licence Ready for multi-day business trips in Germany and abroad Individual initiative, communication strength, team capability and reliability
An unlimited full-time job An interesting and diverse area of responsibility A structured incorporation by a team of engineers, technicians and specialist workers Individual training and development perspectives Flexible working time (running time) and the possibility to work in the home office Occupational pension Operational health management
Location
 | Materialprüfanstalt für das Bauwesen | |
| 38106 Braunschweig | ||
| Germany |
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