Industrial electrician / mechatronics engineer / Energy electronics technician
- Hiring date
- As soon as possible
- Time limit
- unlimited
- Trial period
- 6 moths
- Payment
- E7 TVöD Bund
- Application deadline
- 06/08/2025
The Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research, based in Braunschweig, is a member of the Helmholtz Association and conducts cutting-edge research in the field of infectious diseases. Our scientists develop novel methods and strategies to combat infectious diseases more quickly and effectively. Our common goal is to develop novel approaches to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Our research focuses on bacterial and viral pathogens, their interaction with the human immune system, and new effective drugs and vaccines.
As the central point of contact, the technical operations department is responsible for the operation and maintenance of buildings and their technical systems, as well as for planning and construction. Our operations engineering team takes on all operational responsibilities, ensuring smooth processes and a reliable energy supply. The Electrical Engineering group plays a crucial role in the planning, installation and maintenance of the electronic systems for energy supply and infrastructure in the buildings. At the Braunschweig site, we operate our own 20 kV network with transformer stations and emergency power systems, and our technical team ensures the high availability of all scientific and technical equipment.
Tasks
- Carrying out maintenance and repair work on electrical systems and equipment
- Extensions, modifications and repair work on various electrical systems in our buildings and infrastructure facilities
- Regular safety checks and inspections
- Independently troubleshooting malfunctions in operational systems
- Carrying out test runs of emergency power systems
- Instructing and supervising external companies during maintenance work and/or construction measures, followed by acceptance of the services rendered
- Checking electrical equipment
- Participation in on-call duty
Prerequisites
- Completed electrical engineering training as an electrician, electronics technician, mechatronics technician or in a comparable field
- Manual dexterity and experience in working with tools, equipment and systems
- Knowledge in the field of measurement and control technology
- Knowledge of testing electrical systems and equipment
- Open and team-oriented approach to work
- High degree of initiative, reliability and sense of responsibility
Working hours
39 hours per week
We offer you:
- An attractive and varied job in a future-oriented research institute with an international environment at the Science Campus South in Braunschweig
- A state-of-the-art infrastructure and the latest technologies
- Flexible working hours, part-time models
- A corporate culture of appreciation and promotion of equal opportunities
- Extensive training and continuing education opportunities to develop professional knowledge and personal skills
- A family office to support family and career as well as childcare offers
- Interesting additional public service benefits
- Possible subsidy of the job-ticket
People with severe disabilities and equivalent professional qualifications who are suitable for the position are given preference. In order to protect your rights, we ask you to provide us with a clearly recognizable reference to the existence of a degree of severe disability in your cover letter or resume.
The HZI is actively committed to equality, diversity and integration. For this reason, the HZI pursues the goal of professional equality between women and men. The position is suitable for part-time work.
How to apply:
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Please include a cover letter, resume, (employment) references, certificates, and (if available) work samples or reference projects with your application materials. Please refrain from sending a photo.
Please send your complete application, quoting the reference number 059/2025, to the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research GmbH, Human Resources Department, Inhoffenstr. 7, 38124 Braunschweig, Germany or by e-mail. If you send your application in electronic form, please provide a summary in one single (1) pdf document.
We look forward to receiving your application!
