Material Engineer (m/f/d) INSTATIQ GmbH

Instatiq; Stuttgart; Remote; EUR 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work option

Professional development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Long-term security with corporate back

Job summary

INSTATIQ GmbH is a dynamic startup focused on 3D concrete printing and sustainable construction. We seek a skilled Material Engineer to develop concrete mix designs and advance our material platform across international projects.

You will collaborate with partners, scale lab developments to production, and help define material specifications and quality standards while guiding external partners with technical expertise.

Qualifications

• Degree in construction materials engineering or a closely related field.
• Hands-on experience optimizing concrete mixes (ready-mix or precast).
• Structured, data-driven approach to work.
• Fluent German and English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Develop printable concrete mix designs with external partners and suppliers.
• Analyze material data to improve print quality, process stability, and material performance.
• Scale mix designs from lab to industrial production with consistent quality.
• Define material requirements and coordinate specs with admixture, cement, and raw material suppliers.
• Support 3D concrete printing projects with material expertise and on-site troubleshooting.
• Develop quality standards, testing methods, and approval processes for concrete.
• Build and develop a scalable material platform for international projects.
• Contribute to technical approvals, standardization, and documentation.

Skills

Concrete technology

Rheology

Material optimization

German language

English language

Communication skills

Education

University degree in Construction Materials Engineering / Civil Engineering / Materials Science

Job description

INSTATIQ is an innovative startup and a spin-off of the Putzmeister Group. We are revolutionizing the construction industry with our pioneering 3D concrete printing technology. Our mission is to redefine sustainable and efficient building. As a young company, we offer a dynamic working environment where creativity and personal responsibility are key values.

To strengthen our team, we are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Material Engineer (m/f/d) to join us as soon as possible.

As a Material Engineer, you will not only develop new concrete mix designs in collaboration with our partners but also build and advance the material platform for industrial 3D concrete printing.

Your Responsibilities

• Develop printable concrete mix designs in close collaboration with external concrete manufacturers, admixture suppliers, and raw material suppliers
• Analyze material data and derive measures to continuously improve print quality, process stability, and material performance
• Scale concrete mix designs from laboratory development to industrial production, ensuring consistent material quality
• Define material requirements and coordinate technical specifications with admixture, cement, and raw material suppliers
• Support our 3D concrete printing projects with material-related expertise and provide hands‑on troubleshooting on construction sites
• Develop quality standards, testing methods, and approval processes for fresh and hardened concrete
• Build and continuously develop a scalable material platform for international projects and partners
• Contribute to technical approvals, standardization activities, and technical documentation

Your Profile

• A university degree in Construction Materials Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Science, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of hands‑on experience in the development or optimization of concrete, ideally in the ready‑mix concrete or precast industry
• A highly structured and data‑driven approach to your work
• Strong expertise in concrete technology, particularly fresh concrete properties, rheology, admixtures, and material optimization
• Experience working with concrete plants, concrete producers, or construction material manufacturers
• Sound knowledge of relevant concrete standards and quality requirements
• A strong drive to systematically solve technical challenges and develop innovative material solutions
• Strong communication skills and the ability to provide technical guidance to external partners
• Fluency in German and English, both written and spoken

What We Offer

• The opportunity to take responsibility, contribute your own ideas, and help shape the company from day one
• A highly motivated and passionate team
• Room for professional development and growth
• Attractive compensation and additional benefits
• Long- term security through the backing of a strong corporate group
• Option to work remotely
• The chance to help build a company that is redefining the productivity and sustainability of the construction industry through 3D printing technology

Diversity and opportunities at INSTATIQ

At INSTATIQ GmbH, we place great value on diversity. We welcome all applications regardless of origin, gender, nationality, religion, worldview, physical ability, age or sexual orientation.

Interested?