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Est. Monthly
Estimated €3,250 - €4,600
Posted June 26, 2026 · 36 days agoLast seen July 30, 2026Deadline July 26, 2026

Design Engineer

Design Engineer – Substation & Grid Automation
Dresden, Germany
Hybrid · Engineering
Full-time · Mid-Level
English
No People Management
Bachelor
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Salary Context: Design Engineer

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Salary analysis

Compared with the selected benchmark ("Market Average: Mid-Level Level"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 92% lower. The offer sits below the benchmark range (€3,000–€5,000). The listed pay band (€271–€383) is tighter than the benchmark, which suggests lower salary variability. This benchmark is based on 2 comparable listings.

Monthly salary comparison for Design Engineer
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
Market Average: Design Engineer€3,000/per month€4,250/per month€6,500/per month
Pay in our data — not quoted in ad (Mid-Level)€271/per month€327/per month€383/per month
About the role

Design Engineer – Substation & Grid Automation High & Medium Voltage | Secondary Technology | Energy Infrastructure Our client develop innovative, reliable automation and protection solutions for today’s evolving power systems. As a Design Engineer, you will play a key role in the full lifecycle of technical project delivery – from customer discussions and system design through to supporting commissioning, documentation, and collaboration with cross‑functional engineering teams. Your Responsibilities: - Bring technology from theory into practice - Project planning and participation in project management activities - Technical coordination with internal teams, customers, and external partners - Selection and integration of system components, including development of circuit concepts for complex projects - Electrical design using CAE platforms (e.g., EPLAN, Engineering Base) with a focus on practicality and standardisation - Accompanying your technical work package through to system acceptance - Developing conceptual solutions in the areas of switchgear automation, grid automation, and protection technology Your Profile: - Degree (Engineer/Technician) in electrical engineering, automation technology, or a related field (substations or BESS is ideal) - Interest in energy and automation systems – suitable for both experienced professionals Understanding of protection systems, switchgear, and grid automation - Motivation to take on varied tasks, from design to project coordination, and to follow solutions from concept through to on‑site handover - Independent, analytical, and solution‑oriented working style, with enjoyment of working in a supportive, collaborative team Company Benefits: - A secure position in a future‑oriented industry - Technical variety ranging from automation to network technology - A balanced mix of office, production, testing, and on‑site project environments - Freedom to contribute ideas and drive innovation - Modern tools, equipment, and high‑quality facilities - A supportive team culture that values collaboration - Competitive Salary Package - Attractive compensation and above‑average additional benefits - Hybrid Working pattern - Assistance with relocation if needed

Job Details

Responsibilities

  • Project planning and participation in project management activities
  • Technical coordination with internal teams, customers, and external partners
  • Selection and integration of system components and development of circuit concepts
  • Electrical design using CAE platforms (e.g., EPLAN, Engineering Base)
  • Developing conceptual solutions for switchgear automation, grid automation, and protection technology
  • Accompanying technical work packages through to system acceptance

Requirements

  • Degree (Engineer/Technician) in electrical engineering, automation technology, or a related field
  • Understanding of protection systems, switchgear, and grid automation
  • Interest in energy and automation systems
  • Independent, analytical, and solution-oriented working style

Skills & Technologies

EPLANEngineering BaseCAE platformsSubstation automationGrid automationProtection technologyBESS

Education Level

Bachelor
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