Junior Design Engineer

Location: Taufkirchen, Bavaria, Germany
Remote Work: 1–2 days home office per week

About Us

Join a cutting-edge spacetech company developing innovative carbon solutions for the aerospace industry. With a mission to create hardware that could eventually help unlock Mars, we offer an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing team that is shaping the future of space exploration.

Our company culture combines a startup’s agility with the professionalism of the aerospace sector. You’ll work alongside a dynamic team (average age ~30) and enjoy a modern facility that includes production and office spaces, all built in-house.

What We Offer

• Career Growth: Be part of a rapidly scaling company (from 70 to 500 employees in 2 years).
• Innovative Projects: Hands-on involvement in groundbreaking spacetech projects.
• Perks: Free "Deutschlandticket", daily catered lunch, Wellpass or gift card, and a rooftop terrace with stunning views of the Alps.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model (1–2 days home office).
• Inspiring Vision: Contribute to creating technology that could one day reach Mars.

Your Role

As a Design Engineer, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting our production processes, focusing on tooling, automation, and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and build tools, fixtures, and molds for production machinery.
• Develop systems for robotic and machine operations.
• Create and optimize technical drawings for production.
• Plan and construct production infrastructure and facilities.
• Collaborate with internal teams for testing and technical alignment.

What You Bring

Experience & Education

• At least 1 year of design engineering experience (recent graduates with internships are welcome).
• Degree in engineering or state-certified technician qualification.

Skills

Must-Have:

• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and design.
• Expertise in designing fixtures and production infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of creating and analyzing technical drawings.
• Basic understanding of metallic materials and CNC processes.

Nice-to-Have:

• Familiarity with CNC machining techniques.
• Experience with production plant or mold construction.

Soft Skills

• Passion for facility and equipment design.
• Enthusiasm for computer-aided design.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Team Dynamics

• Reporting To: Head of Plants & Infrastructure.
• Collaboration With: CNC Machining, Research & Testing, and Design Teams.
• Direct Colleagues: Design team members specializing in component designs.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Shape and build your area of expertise within a high-growth company.
• Gain significant responsibility and implement your innovative ideas.
• Work in the exciting aerospace sector, contributing to groundbreaking projects.
• Enjoy a start-up environment with plenty of opportunities for personal development.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: €50,000 – €75,000 annually.
• Vacation: 30 days per year.
• Contract: Open-ended with a 6-month probation period.
• Working Hours: Standard 40 hours/week (option to reduce to 32 hours with proportional pay).

Hiring Process

1. Application: Submit your application through our recruiting partner.
2. Intro Call: A 10-15 minute informal chat with a recruiter.
3. Technical Interview: In-person discussion with the Head of Plants & Infrastructure and subject matter experts (~1 hour).
4. Leadership Meeting: A casual 30-minute exchange with company leadership.
5. Offer: Final selection and job offer.

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