Area of research:
Technik
Starting date:
17.12.2025
Job description:
The GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung in Darmstadt operates one of the leading particle accelerators for science. Currently, the new FAIR ( F acility for A ntiproton and I on R esearch) one of the world's largest research projects, is under construction through international cooperation. GSI and FAIR offer the opportunity to work in this international environment with a team of employees committed to world-class science.
We are looking for the earliest possible date for the group Quality Assurance (PMO-QUA) for an
Quality Assurance Engineer – Installation (all genders)
Ref. No.: 25.156-6140
Your responsibilities:
* Management, organization, and continuous development of all quality assurance measures during installation
* On-site support and monitoring of the installation work of all accelerator components from a quality assurance perspective
* Assumption of the role of „Installation Quality Control Lead“
* Definition and monitoring of the required qualifications of inspection teams, as well as training in relevant procedures, templates, and processes
* Review of technical documentation such as drawings, bills of materials, quality plans, and specifications as part of design reviews
* Planning, execution, and evaluation of acceptance tests, including the definition of suitable measurement and testing methods
* Tracking of internal and external quality deviations and advising work package managers on how to handle non-conformities
* Support in ensuring legally and norm-compliant execution (e.g. CE conformity, Machinery Directive, Pressure Equipment Directive, DGUV 202-002)
* Representation of quality assurance in planning meetings and close interface communication with site management, sub-project managers, and technical departments
Your profile :
* Successfully completed degree in engineering or a comparable qualification with relevant professional experience
* Experience in quality management and quality assurance methods (e.g. audits, FMEA) as well as familiarity with relevant standards and regulations (e.g. ISO 9001, Machinery Directive, Pressure Equipment Directive, DGUV 202-002) – alternatively, solid basic knowledge combined with the willingness to deepen this expertise
* Strong technical understanding of complex custom-built systems, system interdependencies, and technical interfaces
* Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style, paired with confident interaction with internal and external stakeholders
* Strong hands-on mentality and pronounced on-site and construction-site orientation with a high level of presence during component installation
* Excellent communication skills to clearly and persuasively convey quality assurance requirements
* Good command of German and English, both written and spoken
* High level of attention to detail as well as strong methodological and social skills
We offer you a versatile, varied and challenging position in a more-than-adequately equipped workplace with interesting and diverse tasks. Teamwork and a strong willingness to pursue continuous professional development are essential to us. GSI also offers a wide range of benefits to support work–life balance, including mobile working options, corporate health management programs, employee social counseling services, individual training and qualification opportunities, a job ticket for public transport, supplementary pension benefits, additional company leave, and a company sports club, “Schnelle Ionen.”
The position is limited until 31.12.2028. The salary and benefits are based on the Collective Agreement for the German Public Service (TVöD-Bund) effective at GSI.
GSI supports the professional development of women. Therefore, women are especially encouraged to apply for the position.
Handicapped persons will be preferentially considered when equally qualified.
Further information about FAIR and GSI is available at and and
If you find this position interesting and challenging and would like to work in an exceptional, international, strongly technical environment, please send your full application documents with information of your earliest possible starting date and the reference number 25.156-6140 above by 21.01.2026 at the latest via the online portal on our job site:
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GSI Helmholtzzentrum für Schwerionenforschung GmbH
Abteilung Personal
Planckstraße 1
64291 Darmstadt
Germany
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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The Helmholtz Association contributes to solving major challenges to assure the future of our society. With more than 47.500 people on staff in 18 national Research Centers and an annual budget of more than 6 billion euros, the Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organization. The name Helmholtz stands for concerted research, in which networks form the key principle behind inquiring thought and action.
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Telephone
0049-30-206329-0
Location
Anna-Louisa-Karsch-Str. 2
Berlin
Berlin
10178
Germany