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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** NexWafe GmbH
- **Location:** Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Adobe InDesign, Comsol Multiphysics, Ansys
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=183eaecac4035619

## About the Role

* Masters degree in mechanical/aerospace/materials/electrical engineering or related field
 * 2-5 years of design experience
 * Experience with COMSOL/Ansys for FEA of composite structures including dynamics.
 * Thermo-mechanical analysis experience is highly desired.
 * Fluent in English (German is a plus)
 * Self-starting and highly collaborative
 * Curious mindset and strong problem-solving attitude
 * Excellent communication skills

## Description

NexWafe is pioneering a new class of EpiNex® engineered silicon wafers for high-performance solar applications.
As a Design Engineer (m/f/d), you will use structural and thermo-mechanical simulations to improve the design and performance of our CVD tools and components. You will translate simulation results into practical design recommendations and work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to validate and implement improvements.

Join our international team in Freiburg and contribute your expertise in FEA, CAD and engineering design to the continuous development of NexWafe's innovative technology.

Your Mission

 * Execute structural (mechanical) and/or multi-disciplinary simulations
 * Own pre-processing CAD models, improve work flow and processing efficiency
 * Generate context & requirements for simulations through collaborating within the team and with the other teams
 * Analyse data and integrate with simulation results for engineering decisions
 * Present findings and recommendations to the team and in Design Reviews