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Engineering & technology positions in Germany

134 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Engineering positions cover mechanical, electrical, civil, biomedical and environmental engineering, as well as robotics and mechatronics. European technical universities — ETH Zurich, EPFL, TU Munich, TU Delft, KTH — are globally competitive and maintain strong ties with industry.

•Salary scale: TV-L E13 (~€50,000–65,000 gross for postdocs)
•Working language: English common in STEM labs, German for admin
•EU Blue Card fast-tracks work permits for researchers
•DFG is the main competitive funding body

University of Bonn

Scientific staff

Scientific Research Associate

Published on: 21.08.2026 The Rhineland Friedrich Wilhelm University of Bonn is an international research university with a broad spectrum of disciplines. 200 years of history, around 31,500 students, more than 6,000 employees and an excellent reputation at home and abroad: The University of Bonn is among the most significant universities in Germany and was designated as an excellence university. At the Institute for Entrepreneurship of the Faculty of Agriculture, Nutrition, and Engineering Sciences, a position is available on a limited-term basis for an initial period of three years according to § 2(1)…

🇩🇪 Bonnbefristet, EG 13, Kennziffer: 2026/334

No deadlineSource: University of Bonn

Fraunhofer UMSICHT · UMSICHT - Umwelt-, Sicherheits- und Energietechnik

Student / Thesis

Initiative Position for Final Theses

We want an earth worth living on. Our applied research in Circular Economy, Carbon Management, Green Hydrogen and Local Energy Systems makes concrete contributions to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. As an institute of the Fraunhofer Society, we demonstrate how to not only master challenges, but grow from them. We push boundaries, think further and shape the future with applied research. Diverse perspectives and approaches to thinking strengthen creativity and innovation in our scientific...

🇩🇪 Oberhausen

No deadlineSource: Fraunhofer UMSICHT

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Frequently asked questions

What is the TV-L salary scale for academic positions in Germany?+

Most academic positions in Germany follow the TV-L (Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder) salary scale. PhD students and postdocs are typically on E13, earning roughly €50,000–65,000 gross per year depending on experience level and state.

Do I need a Habilitation for a professorship in Germany?+

Traditionally yes, but Germany has been introducing tenure-track (Juniorprofessur) positions that serve as an alternative to the Habilitation. Many universities now offer W1 tenure-track positions leading to W2/W3 professorships without requiring a Habilitation.

Is English sufficient for academic work in Germany?+

In most STEM research groups, English is the everyday working language. However, teaching duties, administrative communication and some social science/humanities positions require German. Job postings typically specify the language requirement.

Engineering & technology positions in Germany

Scientific Research Associate

Initiative Position for Final Theses

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Unsolicited Application for a Thesis

Master's Thesis "Cascaded Utilization of Deep Geothermal Energy"

Student Assistant: Plug-in Development for Energy Consumption Calculation in VIBN

Internship: Plug-in Development for Energy Consumption Calculation in the VIBN

Thesis: Plug-in Development for Energy Consumption Calculation in VIBN

Student Research Assistant in Mathematical Methods Development

Scientific Assistant in the Field of Forming Technology

Speculative Application Oldenburg: Internship, Student Assistantship with/without Thesis

Unsolicited Application Oldenburg: Internship, Student Research Assistant with/without Thesis

Unsolicited Application Bremerhaven: Internship, Student Research Assistant with/without Thesis

Speculative Application Bremerhaven: Internship, Student Assistantship with/without Thesis

Internship in Vehicle and Traffic Safety in Dresden

Student Work in the Field of "Development of a Leak Test Stand for PEM Stacks"

Unsolicited Application - Working student, Intern, Bachelor's or Master's degree candidate

Master's Thesis for the ELEKTRA Project

Unsolicited Application for Students: Research Assistant (all genders), Internship, Thesis

Civil Engineer for Energy Modernization & Clean Room Projects

Unsolicited Application

Bachelor Thesis/Semester Project: Automation Potentials - Where to automate?

Master's/Bachelor's/Semester Thesis: Automated Nesting of Components for 3D Printing

Bachelor Thesis/Semester Project: Automation Potential Analysis

Master's, Bachelor's Thesis: Robot Integration Additive Manufacturing System (3D Printer)

Master's, Bachelor's, Semester Thesis: Development/Implementation of Custom-Tailored MES System