Munich or Sofia Hybrid Employment

SUNOTEC is hiring a Production Design Engineer

About the Role

SUNOTEC is hiring a Production Design Engineer for our Mounting Systems team in Munich. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, designing, and improving PV racking systems, with a focus on PV trackers and fixed-tilt structures. You'll be a key member of our international R&D team, shaping the future of solar energy solutions.

What You'll Do

  • Develop, design, and improve PV racking systems, focusing on PV trackers and fixed-tilt structures.
  • Design mechanical components, develop new products, and optimize existing solutions.
  • Create and maintain 3D CAD models and technical documentation for mechanical components and systems.
  • Build and test prototypes, perform mechanical validation, and support product improvements.
  • Conduct mechanical testing and analysis of components and systems.
  • Collaborate with suppliers, internal teams, and installers to ensure technical feasibility, manufacturability, and efficient installation.
  • Provide technical support to customers, installers, and project teams when needed.
  • Travel occasionally to testing facilities or project sites in Europe and other regions.

What We're Looking For

  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
  • Experience in mechanical design or R&D.
  • Good knowledge of 3D CAD (preferably Autodesk Inventor) and MS Office.
  • Experience with mechanical prototyping, testing, and product validation.
  • Strong technical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and in a team.
  • Fluent English.

Nice to Have

  • Experience preferably with PV racking systems (trackers or fixed-tilt structures).
  • Knowledge of German, Bulgarian, PV systems, FEM analysis, or tracker control systems is considered an advantage.

Technical Stack

  • Autodesk Inventor
  • MS Office

Team & Environment

You will be part of an international R&D team within the SUNOTEC Mounting Systems-Team.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive salary.
  • Permanent contract.
  • Dynamic, globally-driven company with a strong international presence.
  • Additional payment or complete takeover of direct insurance.
  • eGym (fully covered).
  • Mobile working opportunities.
  • Positive working environment with a relax zone, memorable team buildings and events, and free drinks at the office.

Work Mode

This is a hybrid position based in Munich, Germany.

Your documents and personal data will be treated as confidential and will be protected according to Bulgarian Data Protection Legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR).

Required Skills
Autodesk InventorMS OfficeMechanical Engineering3D CADMechanical DesignR&DPrototypingTestingProduct ValidationProblem-solving
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SUNOTEC

A leading European company in the development and construction of large-scale solar power plants, specializing in the end-to-end delivery of future-ready energy infrastructure. Offers complete solar solutions through vertically integrated services spanning engineering, manufacturing, construction, and operations.

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Department Engineering
Category embedded
Posted 14 days ago