Development Engineer
Development Engineer
Development Engineer
Development Engineer
Schletter Group
Metallindustrie und -verarbeitung
München
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 63.000 € – 80.000 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort

Development Engineer
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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
- There’s 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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Schletter Group
Metallindustrie und -verarbeitung