Technical Employee in Control and Automation Technology | Technische Mitarbeiterin / Technischer Mitarbeiter (m/w/d)

Bundesanstalt f. Geowissensch u. Rohstoffe (BGR)

Hannover, Niedersachsen, Deutschland
Published Dec 4, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

The Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR) is seeking a Technical Employee specializing in Control and Automation Technology to join their team focused on modernizing and developing systems within their rock physics laboratories. This role is crucial for characterizing the mechanical and hydraulic properties of rocks for radioactive waste disposal research. Day-to-day, the employee will focus on the electrical engineering aspects of technical conception and implementation of machine-to-computer interfaces, including designing, testing, and commissioning non-standard circuits and developing digital measurement and control technology. Key requirements include a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a comparable field, experience with analog and digital measurement technology, and knowledge of building electronic measurement and control systems. This is an attractive opportunity for professionals seeking a permanent, full-time position within a federal government research institution, offering continuous professional development and flexible working models.

Required Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a comparable engineering or natural science discipline with relevant focus areas.

Experience

  • Experience with analog and digital measurement technology
  • Experience in the establishment and testing of electrical systems (e.g., control cabinet construction)
  • Knowledge in the setup of electronic measurement and control systems
  • Professional experience at a federal authority or departmental research institution (desirable)
  • Experience in preparation of procurements (desirable)

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Willingness to undertake tasks appropriate for professional training/development within the team; Readiness for professional development.