Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

For our location in Freiburg in Breisgau, we are looking for a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (f/m/d).

At NexWafe, we are developing a pioneering process to produce silicon wafers for PV appliances with fewer process steps, resulting in significant savings in production costs, energy consumption and CO₂ emissions. As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer (f/m/d), you have the unique opportunity to actively contribute to the commercialisation of this breakthrough technology. Join our global team, shape the future of renewable energy and discover your career opportunities at NexWafe.

Tasks

• Leading innovative 3D/2D design concepts and creating precise manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborating closely with suppliers and stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable designs.
• Managing the testing, commissioning, and assembly of equipment, ensuring operational excellence.
• Driving continuous improvement by optimizing existing plants and evaluating new equipment.
• Applying material science knowledge for high-temperature caustic applications to select proper design materials and provide useful input in design reviews and team collaboration.
• Proactively managing supplier relationships and overseeing technical specifications for procurement.
• Utilizing advanced CAD skills and supporting the development of digital manufacturing documents.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Expertise in Material Science, particularly in furnace and CVD applications.
• Graphite vacuum furnace experience highly desirable.
• Over 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Engineer.
• Excellent communication skills with proficiency in English.
• Strong knowledge of the MS Office suite.

We are a culturally diverse team with individual and ambitious minds who are passionate about innovation, technology and our planet. This position offers a permanent role with flexible working hours and an attractive salary, along with a company pension scheme and profit-sharing for employees.