Policy Advisor for Structural Engineering and Building Physics | Referentin / Referent (w/m/d) im Referat 615 „Bautechnik, Bauphysik“

Ministerium für Heimat, Kommunales, Bau und Gleichstellung des Landes NRW

Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Feb 12, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This permanent position within the Ministry for Home Affairs, Municipal Affairs, Building and Digitalization of North Rhine-Westphalia involves serving as a technical expert within the Supreme Building Authority. You will be responsible for fundamental tasks and individual cases in structural engineering and building physics, specifically focusing on building impacts, fire protection, and hazardous substances. Day-to-day duties include evaluating the usability of construction products, issuing project-related approvals, and maintaining legal and administrative regulations regarding building product law. You will also represent the ministry in various state-level committees and working groups. This role is ideal for a civil engineering professional looking to influence building standards at a governmental level. The position offers a secure public service career path (up to A 14 / E 13), flexible working models, and extensive professional development opportunities in a diverse and interdisciplinary environment.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Master's or University Diploma) in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural engineering and building construction.

Experience

  • Several years of relevant professional experience in structural engineering
  • Experience in the preparation or verification of structural stability calculations for buildings
  • Professional experience in conceptual and analytical tasks
  • Experience in presenting to large audiences is advantageous

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Must possess diversity competence and the ability to work in interdisciplinary teams. Candidates must meet the requirements for German public service (A 14 LBesO A NRW or TV-L E 13). Location is in North Rhine-Westphalia with opportunities for mobile and part-time work.