Electronics Technician for Communications Engineering | Techniker*in der Fachrichtung Elektronik (w/m/d) Nachrichtentechnik

Universität Heidelberg

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland

Published Feb 16, 2026

Full-time

Permanent

Job Summary

As an Electronics Technician at the Kirchhoff Institute for Physics, you will play a vital role in developing sophisticated instrumentation for national and international particle physics research projects. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the end-to-end development of electronic assemblies, ranging from initial circuit design and PCB layout to the manufacturing and commissioning of prototypes and small series. You will utilize various tools and machinery to build and repair systems used in physical experiments. This position is ideal for a proactive professional who enjoys solving technical challenges and is interested in contributing to scientific discovery. The role offers a dynamic, cooperative work environment within the electronics department of a leading research institute, providing opportunities for specialization and a flexible, family-friendly work-life balance. Depending on your qualifications, you may also contribute to microcontroller firmware development and control programming.

Required Skills

Education

State-certified Technician (Staatlich geprüfter Techniker) in Electronics, Mechatronics, or a comparable qualification.

Experience

Professional experience in the development of electronic circuits including digital, analog, and mixed-signal systems
Practical experience in the planning, construction, and testing of electronic systems
Experience using standard PCB design software
Experience with common workshop tools and electronic measuring devices
Experience in microcontroller or control programming is preferred

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

The position is permanent and based at the Kirchhoff Institute for Physics. Candidates must be motivated to work in a scientific environment and demonstrate high levels of flexibility and teamwork.