Reference Number
10488
Are you passionate about cutting-edge science and its potential to address real-world challenges? We are excited to be seeking a talented Field Engineer to join our team working on a groundbreaking EU-funded project, EQUIP-G. This project is all about the newest technological development in gravimetry: quantum gravimeters, instruments that are becoming increasingly important in fields like hydrology, volcanology, climatology, and geothermal energy.
As a core of EQUIP-G, we will set up the first network of quantum gravimeters as an infrastructure prototype across Europe. We will bring this technology to life through numerous use cases that act as a proof-of-concept of this cutting-edge technology and demonstrate its added value for research and applications. At GFZ, we are leading 3 of these 8 use cases. You will be involved in all stages, from development, testing and deployment to data collection and analysis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a truly innovative project and become part of an internationally growing community of scientists and engineers.
Your responsibilities:
1. Design and test field enclosures, transportation units and setups for field deployment of the quantum gravimeter systems (mechanical components, electronics, power supply, data transfer)
2. Conduct gravimetric and hydrological surveys and field measurements
3. Support the design and execution of innovative field experiments
4. Plan and support the installation of gravimeters at hydro-meteorological monitoring stations in outdoor settings
5. Assemble and use open-source/open-hardware electrical resistivity tomography (ERT) devices
Your qualifications:
6. Master's or Bachelor’s degree in engineering, geophysics, electronics, or a related discipline
7. Proven experience with electric circuit design, wiring and proper inclusion of different electric components as well as basic electronic knowledge
8. Enthusiasm and creativity in designing and assembling measurement set-ups
9. Preferably experience with data logger systems and sensors
10. Experience with micro-controllers and programming is an asset
11. Experience with geophysical field measurements is an asset
12. Ability to work independently
13. Ability for and willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team and to communicate with collaborators
14. Proficiency in spoken and written English
15. Willingness for field work up to a duration of 3 weeks per trip
16. Driving license
What we offer:
17. Ambitious and varied tasks in a dynamic and international research environment
18. State-of-the-art equipment
19. Public service benefits
20. Extensive training opportunities
21. Flexible working hours and conditions
22. Support with finding a good work-life balance offered by benefit@work
23. Institute day-care centre on site
24. Working at the Albert Einstein science park on the Telegrafenberg in Potsdam
25. Work place within walking distance of Potsdam main train station, or just a short ride on the shuttle bus
Start date: As soon as possible
Fixed-term: 48 months
Salary: The position is classed as salary group 11 according to “TVöD Bund (Tarifgebiet Ost)”. The salary group is determined on the basis of the Collective Wage Agreement and the respective personal qualifications.
Working hours: Part-time 75% (currently 29.25 h/week)
Place of work: Potsdam
Have we piqued your interest?
If so, we look forward to receiving your application by 6th July 2025. Required documents: CV and letter of motivation Please use our online application form only.