Mechatronics Engineer - Scientific Instrumentation

Work group

FS-CIA3

Area of research

Other

Starting date

20.07.2026

Job description

DESY

The research group "Chemistry in Aerosols, Atmosphere, and Aqueous solutions" (FS-CIA3) works towards a comprehensive, molecular-level understanding of aerosol chemistry and the specific role of water.

The group develops applications of advanced spectroscopy and imaging methods based on ultra-brilliant X-rays to investigate the chemistry in aerosol particles and droplets, with a special focus on the role of water in all its forms.

DESY’s world-class X-ray source PETRA III and its planned successor PETRA IV as well as the free-electron lasers FLASH and European XFEL make it possible to directly probe the chemistry and structure of individual aerosols with unprecedented spatial resolution.

The group’s experimental work is complemented by theoretical and computational model development on scales ranging from molecular dynamics, thermodynamics, aerosol dynamics to atmospheric models, supported by various machine learning strategies.

About your role

• Development and implementation of complex scientific devices in the field of aerosol and liquid jet applications.
• Adaptation of these devices for use in various large-scale facilities.
• Procurement, maintenance, and optimization of the systems.
• Coordination of the work of external companies and internal service groups.
• Complex technical support and operation of the facilities, including during experiments, as well as setup and modification of experiments in collaboration with scientists, other engineers, and technicians according to the specifications of the scientists.
• Assistance with the scientific work of the group.

About you

• University degree (Master’s or Bachelor’s) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physical Engineering, or Mechatronics, or comparable qualifications and professional experience.
• Many years of experience working with complex scientific facilities.
• Excellent expertise in 3D CAD, preferably NX.
• Excellent knowledge in measurement and control technology.
• Knowledge of programming for technical applications, preferably in Python.
• Knowledge in the fields of optics, vacuum technology, and electronics.
• Ability to work in a team of scientific and technical personnel and strong communication skills.
• Structured, solution-oriented approach.
• Technical and practical craftsmanship and enthusiasm for experimental work.
• Very good spoken and written German and English skills.

Look forward to a unique working environment on our international research campus.

Respectful cooperation and the well-being of our DESY employees are particularly important to us.

Gender equality is an important aspect for us.

To support work life balance we offer flexible working hours, variable part-time, job-sharing models and participation in mobile work (up to 50%).

You will benefit from our family-friendly and collegial atmosphere, our established health management and occupational pension provision.

As a public funded employer, we offer you a secure workplace and facilitate your individual career with our comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Remuneration is according to the regulations of the TV-AVH.

DESY offers its employees a financial supplement for a German job ticket (Deutschland-Ticket) at both locations.

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers.

With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

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