Development Engineer

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Development Engineer

Department:

Engineering

Location:

Munich or Kirchdorf

Employment type:

Full-time

Your mission

Provide technical support for improving and developing photovoltaic (PV) products, particularly open area PV-Installation systems such as Trackers, Fixed Tilted Systems and Agri-PV.

Engage in the entire R&D lifecycle, from concept ideation to final testing, documentation, certification, and technical support for supply chain setup.

Focus on mechanical challenges related to PV-Trackers, including control systems, manufacturability, assembly, and maintenance of final products.

Propose innovative solutions for technical issues.

Conduct technical assessments of solution concepts and perform initial mechanical assessments and pre-sizing of components.

Perform risk assessments and optimize mechanical components for mass-market requirements.

Develop system processes for machine operation and production.

Plan and execute testing of mechanical components and systems, occasionally abroad.

Conduct occasional site visits for on-site testing or general product engineering investigations.

Assemble and test prototypes and evaluate test results.

Create technical statements, documentation, and explanations in both German and English.

Provide technical support for supplier evaluation and certification processes.

Collaborate with external service providers and support research projects with partners.

Your profile

Strong technical understanding with good spatial imagination.

Ability to work independently and responsibly.

Successfully completed engineering studies with ideally 5 years of work experience in the field of mechanical component design or equivalent.

Strong proficiency in static pre-sizing of mechanical components, with focus on manufacturability.

Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD Inventor preferred, SolidWorks or comparable), especially with drawing creation and tolerance analysis.

Experience with SAP S/4 HANA in CAD environments.

Basic knowledge of Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Experience in R&D of mechanical parts.

Basic knowledge of electrical engineering and control systems.

Basic programming knowledge is advantageous.

Basic knowledge of machine dynamics and vibrations.

Familiarity with project management principles.

Understanding of cost calculation basics.

Proficient in MS Office, especially Excel.

Excellent English communication skills (both verbal and written).

Desirable proficiency in German.

Willingness to travel occasionally to construction sites and suppliers worldwide.

Why us?

A motivated team with flat hierarchies, an open communication culture and short decision-making paths

Work in a secure, established business with great long-term career prospects. Solar is on a steep growth curve

Theres nowhere better than Schletter to bring out your best and have a positive impact on the world

Eligibility for the EGYM Wellpass scheme, which unlocks access to health and fitness options like gyms, virtual classes, and mental health programs

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How we support you

Professional development

Education budgets, training catalogs, language classes

Health

Health days, bicycle leasing, ergonomics offers and more

Company pension

Individual subsidies for a secure company pension plan

Work-life balance

Flexible career paths, working hours and work locations

Flat hierarchies

Max. four hierarchy levels throughout the company

Co-determination rights

Company suggestion scheme and work council

Fitness programs

Access to 8000+ partners in our sports and wellness network

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