JOB OPENING: STRUCTURAL ENGINEER IN BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG, GERMANY

Position: Structural Engineer
Location: Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Type of Employment: Part-Time (20 hours/week) with transition to Full-Time (40 hours/week) based on performance
Application Deadline: 30/09/2025
Hiring Entity: Cherry Communities Germany in partnership with Instabuilt L.L.C.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Structural Engineer to join our team in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, starting with the Leipzig project. The role focuses on performing static calculations for timber-based, volumetric, and multi-story modular constructions, supporting factory production, on-site construction, project management, and securing permits of use. The position begins as part-time, with the opportunity to transition to full-time based on performance and project demands.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in timber-based, modular, or multi-story structural design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis software (SAP2000, ETABS, SCIA Engineer) and CAD tools.
• Strong knowledge of German building codes and Eurocodes.
• Experience in factory-based modular construction and on-site assembly.
• Fluency in English; German proficiency is highly desirable.
• Strong project management, communication, and teamwork skills.

• Perform structural analysis and static calculations for timber-based, volumetric, and modular housing (1M–3M).
• Use structural design software (e.g., SAP2000, ETABS, SCIA Engineer) to ensure compliance with German building codes and Eurocodes.
• Support factory production and optimize designs for manufacturing.
• Provide technical oversight during on-site construction and assembly.
• Prepare structural documentation for permits of use and regulatory approvals.
• Adapt designs to site-specific conditions (based on geodetic surveys, zoning, and B-Plan requirements).
• Collaborate with architects, contractors, and international teams for smooth project execution.