Design engineer for testing and experimentation technology (m/f/d)

Paying group 11 TVöD permanent employment Full time/parttime

The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) stands for safety in technology and chemistry. As a federal scientific and technical authority based in Berlin, we make an important contribution to the protection of humans, the environment and property. As a departmental research institution of the federal government, we combine science with effect and contribute to reliably transferring innovation to practice.

Our employees work interdisciplinary in an international environment at the interface of science, business and politics.

Become part of our diverse team!

We offer:

• An attractive and modern working environment with excellent infrastructure and equipment at the latest scientific level
• Possibility to actively co-design BAM digitalization projects and to introduce own ideas for technical and digital innovations
• Possibility of active participation in the development of quality and safety standards
• Individual integration by experienced colleagues and a variety of further and further training opportunities
• Flexible working hours and the possibility of mobile work
• Good reconciliation of work, family and private life
• A value-adding, diversity-oriented working environment with space for own ideas, digital innovations and active co-design
• opportunities for internal, cross-disciplinary networking and participation in team events
• Work in national and international networks with universities, research institutions and industrial companies

Job ID: J000000303 Location: Berlin Organization unit: Section 9.2: Test equipment and testing technology Activity: Science/Research Type of employment: Full-time or part-time

Your tasks

• Development, calculation and production-oriented construction of technically demanding testing, testing and special equipment using Siemens Solid Edge
• planning, processing and coordination of larger construction projects and modernisation and adaptation of existing facilities from the reception of requirements to commissioning
• Technical advice of the departments and accompanying the practical implementation of construction projects
• Creation and maintenance of 3D models, technical drawings, piece lists, calculations and technical documentation
• Implementation of analytical and numerical calculations and simulations, in particular using FEM methods
• Participation in risk assessments and conformity assessments of mechanical assemblies and overall constructions
• Creation and maintenance of constructive evidence as part of legal and technical requirements
• further development of the quality management manual as well as design and production-related quality management processes
• Participation in building and maintaining a consistent product data management with regulated change, release and version processes
• Software-based processing and quality assurance of technical data as well as automation of recurring design and documentation processes, in particular using Python
• Close cooperation with scientific commissioners, work preparation, manufacturing, assembly and other areas involved

Your qualifications

Compulsory conditions

• Successfully completed university studies (Bachelor or Diploma (FH)) in the field of mechanical engineering, engineering or a comparable technical engineering
• Knowledge of mechanical and manufacturing design
• Very good knowledge of a professional parametric 3D CAD system and the willingness to work with Siemens Solid Edge
• knowledge of the technical calculation and design of mechanical components
• Very good knowledge of German and good knowledge of English in word and writing
• Target-oriented and structured operation, initiative/willingness to use, team capacity and willingness to cooperate, resilience and reliability

Required knowledge and experience

• experience in dealing with FEM methods or comparable simulation methods
• knowledge of the design of pressure vessels as well as welding constructions
• Basic knowledge of Python for technical calculations, data processing and automation
• experience with unical testing, testing, research or special equipment and coordination of major technical development or construction projects
• Knowledge of quality management and quality management manuals
• Experience with product data management (PDM) and production planning systems
• Knowledge of version, change and release processes
• experience with CE conformity procedures and constructive evidence in the context of risk assessments
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes in machine and special plant construction

Our Benefits

• A comprehensive and multi-occupational training programme
• Certified family-friendly working climate
• Flexible working time
• Attractive location in the federal capital Berlin
• Possibility of mobile work
• A responsible, interesting and varied activity in a competent and collegial environment.
• Job ticket subsidy
• 30 days per year for a 5-day week as well as work-free days on the 24th and 31st December

Your application

We look forward to your application through our application management system until 20 November 2026. Alternatively, you can also send your job ID application by post to the following address:

Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing Unit Z.3 - Staff Under oaks [for phone number see the original ad] Berlin

The BAM promotes equal opportunities for women and men. We therefore particularly welcome applications for women. At the same time, we strive to reflect the diversity of society. Therefore, any application, regardless of gender, cultural or social origin, religion, world view or sexual identity is welcome.

In addition, the BAM has set itself the objective of professional participation by people with difficulty. As regards the fulfilment of the tendering requirements, individual consideration is given. Disabled people or people like them are preferably taken into account with the same suitability.

The designated body requires a small amount of physical fitness.

Contact

Dr.-Ing. Dirk Schröpfer Under oaks 12205 Berlin [for phone number see the original ad] [for e-mail see the original ad]

Joblocations:

12205 Berlin, BERLIN, GERMANY