Regulatory Engineer (Occupational Safety and Explosives Law) | Ingenieurin / Ingenieur

Regierungspräsidium Darmstadt Abteilung I

Darmstadt, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Oct 2, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This permanent position as an Engineer, based in Darmstadt, involves crucial regulatory oversight within the field of Occupational Safety and Explosives Law. The successful candidate will monitor diverse operations, particularly within the biotechnology, chemical, and pharmaceutical sectors, ensuring compliance with technical, social, and organizational safety standards. Day-to-day tasks include conducting essential field inspections, initiating measures for defect remediation, and supervising commercial activities involving hazardous and explosive materials, including pyrotechnics. Furthermore, the role involves managing permitting processes and drafting detailed technical expert opinions. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Chemistry, Safety Engineering, or Biotechnology) and possess professional fluency in German for effective communication and independent research of complex technical subjects. This role offers a secure government position, excellent work-life balance through flexible hours and mobile working options, and strong career advancement potential, including the possibility of conversion to civil servant status.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent German Dipl.-Ing (FH)) in Chemistry, Technical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Safety Engineering, or Environmental Engineering.

Experience

  • Professional experience in regulatory compliance and technical monitoring (Inferred from duties)
  • Knowledge of occupational safety regulations (Beneficial)
  • Knowledge of explosives law and related procedures (Beneficial)
  • Professional experience in fieldwork and site inspections

Languages

German (Fluent)

Additional

  • Ability to independently research and acquire specialized technical knowledge