Dual Study Program in Mechanical Engineering ' Design and Development

Weckenmann; Dormettingen; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Weckenmann in Dormettingen offers a Dual Study Program in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on design and development. The program runs for 3 years starting October 2026, alternating about every three months between theory at the DHBW and practical phases at Weckenmann.

You’ll work on machine design and assemblies using SolidWorks and participate in cross‑departmental project teams. The program prepares you for final exams and a future role in the company, requiring strong technical

Qualifications

• University entrance qualification.
• Strong technical and scientific understanding.
• Strengths in mathematics, physics, and technology.
• Good English skills.

Responsibilities

• Support cross-departmental project teams in the design and development of machines and mechanical assemblies.
• After a short time, take on your own projects.
• Work at modern CAD workstations (SolidWorks).

Skills

Technical understanding

English skills

Initiative

Resilience

Team spirit

Education

University entrance qualification

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

05/05/2026 Dormettingen Trainee

Dual Study Program in Mechanical Engineering ' Design and Development

Next start date: October 2026

The dual study program for a Bachelor of Engineering with a focus on Mechanical Engineering lasts 3 years and offers a unique combination of theory and practice. The block structure alternates between approximately 3-month theory and practical phases. This enables you to gain not only technical and methodological knowledge but also the professional and social skills required in everyday work — preparing you optimally for your final exams and your future role at Weckenmann.

Practical Training

During the practical phases, you’ll become familiar with daily operations at Weckenmann. You'll support cross-departmental project teams in the design and development of machines and mechanical assemblies, and after a short time, you'll already take on your own projects. You’ll work at modern CAD workstations (SolidWorks), which form the foundation of your tasks.

Duration of Program

• 3 years (i.e., 6 semesters)

Partner University

• Duale Hochschule Baden-Württemberg (DHBW), Campus Horb

Your Profile

• University entrance qualification (Hochschulreife)
• Strong technical and scientific understanding
• Strengths in mathematics, physics, and technology
• Good English skills
• Initiative, resilience, and team spirit