Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau (BAW) | Germany | 76xxx Karlsruhe | Temporary contract | Part time - flexible / Full time | Published since: 03.06.2026 on stepstone.de ♿️
Engineer (university diploma/master) (specialising in civil engineering or environmental engineering or comparable studies) or geoscientist (e.g. in the field of geomorphology) (m/f/d)
Large infrastructure planning of the Federal Waterways and Maritime Administration (WSV) actively contributes: this is the case for the employees of the Federal Institute for Water Construction (BAW) everyday life. In diverse consulting and research projects – and as a sought-after expert in science and politics. At our locations in Karlsruhe and Hamburg, specialists with a wide range of expertise work under one roof. The BAW is the largest and most efficient consulting and research facility for German transport water construction in the Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV). The Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau is part of a 357,582 km2 career network consisting of over 40 authorities with around 24,000 employees. More at http://www.damit-alles-lauf.de In the field of river construction, the Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau advises the Federal Waterways and Maritime Administration of the Federal Government in the context of important projects for the transport and ecological development of the federal waterways. Our focus is on the hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes. Their changes due to transport water engineering measures, ecologically oriented adaptations and also climate change-related influences are investigated by using the most modern methods. In order to carry out research and development activities in the field of the interaction of sediment and macroplastics on river soles, the Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau (BAW) is looking for the Department of Water Construction in the Inland Water Sector, the River Building Unit, at the next possible time, limited for 3 years, one/one Engineer (Uni‐Diplom/Master) (m/w/d) (Department of Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Comparative Studies) or Geoscientist (Uni‐Diplom/Master) (m/w/d) (e.g. the Department of Geomorphology) The office is Karlsruhe. Reference code of tender 20260940_9339
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Large infrastructure planning of the Federal Waterways and Maritime Administration (WSV) actively contributes: this is the case for the employees of the Federal Institute for Water Construction (BAW) everyday life. In diverse consulting and research projects – and as a sought-after expert in science and politics. At our locations in Karlsruhe and Hamburg, specialists with a wide range of expertise work under one roof. The BAW is the largest and most efficient consulting and research facility for German transport water construction in the Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV). The Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau is part of a 357,582 km2 career network consisting of over 40 authorities with around 24,000 employees. More at http://www.damit-alles-lauf.de In the field of river construction, the Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau advises the Federal Waterways and Maritime Administration of the Federal Government in the context of important projects for the transport and ecological development of the federal waterways. Our focus is on the hydrodynamic and morphodynamic processes. Their changes due to transport water engineering measures, ecologically oriented adaptations and also climate change-related influences are investigated by using the most modern methods. In order to carry out research and development activities in the field of the interaction of sediment and macroplastics on river soles, the Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau (BAW) is looking for the Department of Water Construction in the Inland Water Sector, the River Building Unit, at the next possible time, limited for 3 years, one/one Engineer (Uni‐Diplom/Master) (m/w/d) (Department of Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering or Comparative Studies) or Geoscientist (Uni‐Diplom/Master) (m/w/d) (e.g. the Department of Geomorphology) The office is Karlsruhe. Reference code of tender 20260940_9339
Cooperation in an interdisciplinary German-Dutch research project for the analysis of sediment transport, sol composition and plastic deposits with the aim of coordinated cross-border sediment management on the Rhine. Planning and carrying out systematic attempts to interact between sediment and macroplastic particles in our water-based testing facilities. Participation in the collection and analysis of natural data for the construction of the river sole and for solid transport processes. Presentation of research results and their discussion with research partners, with actors active in the Federal Waterways, as part of conferences and conferences and in scientific publications. Technical support for the development of research methods of the BAW.
You should bring this with you: A completed academic degree in one of the above-mentioned disciplines This distinguishes you: Deep knowledge in the field of hydrodynamics and Morphodynamics Proven experience in the field of water laboratory testing Knowledge of the implementation of natural studies in waters Competence in the field of the collection, evaluation and quality assurance of measurement data and the handling of uncertainties Enthusiasm for flow-related issues Teamability and willingness to work into new tasks Ability to carry out conceptual and technical work independently Good oral and written expressability in German (Goethe certificate B2 or equivalent) Good oral and written expressiveness in English (CEFR certificate B2 or equivalent)
Aim: Together, something in interdisciplinary projects brings about national and international progress in digitalization, infrastructure, environment and mobility. Security: fixed-term employment relationship according to the regulations of the TVöD Bund in conjunction with § 2 paragraph 1 WissZeitVG 39 hours per week in full time (running time) 30 days of holiday (31 days from 2027) and free of work on 24.12. and 31.12. 3 other work-free days possible with the time-statt-money-choice model Grouping for employees subject to confirmation of the tariff assessment in Group 13 of the TVED. Responsibility for persons in the civil service only in the context of a dismissal and subject to confirmation of the statutory assessment until the grade A 13 of the Federal Order of Appeal (BBesO).
Work-Life-Balance: Individual working hours and models for independent work allow a high degree of flexibility and self-responsibility. We care about the compatibility of private and professional life. Professionality: A good working atmosphere begins with the working environment – from modern equipment and digital infrastructure to open communication culture in a dedicated team. Network: National and international exchange with other scientists to expand your professional network. Perspectives: Interesting training and development opportunities within working hours. Retention: Operational health management, diverse social benefits and a KITA with 25 seats on the premises Benefits: Grant to the DeutschlandticketJob, cooperation with gyms, possibility of membership in the social work with offers for holidays, events and events, gastronomy and products Special notes: The posts are generally suitable for occupation with parttime workers. Applications for women are expressly requested. We welcome the application of all genders. Disabled people are preferably set with the same professional suitability. Only a minimum of physical fitness is required. We welcome the application of people of all nationalities. The selection is made by a Commission. .
Location
![]() | Bundesanstalt für Wasserbau (BAW) | |
| 76187 Karlsruhe | ||
| Germany |
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