Engineer (m/f/d) for wastewater funding and water law procedures

About the role

The Regional Council in Tübingen is looking for an engineer with a degree in civil, chemical, mechanical, environmental engineering or process engineering, or a comparable qualification. The position focuses on administrative and technical work connected to public funding for wastewater projects and the technical review of water-law permit procedures for large wastewater treatment plants under the authority of the regional council as the higher water authority.

Key tasks

• Review applications for funding and prepare grant decisions or rejection notices.
• Assess structural studies and related technical documents.
• Handle technical aspects of appeal proceedings.
• Clarify technical and legal issues related to wastewater treatment within supervisory duties.
• Provide technical support in water-law authorisation procedures.
• Carry out duties in the field, as the role includes regular external service/travel.
• Additional or alternate tasks may be assigned if required.

Required qualifications and profile

• Completed engineering degree, preferably in civil, chemical, mechanical, environmental engineering, process engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Several years of experience or solid knowledge in wastewater treatment, water protection, or funding-related work is an advantage.
• Strong personal drive, commitment, and the ability to work flexibly.
• Confident communication and strong persuasive ability, including in challenging negotiations.
• Independent, dependable working style combined with good teamwork skills.
• Good general computer skills and confident use of Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Valid category B driving licence.

Additional information

Reference number: 26069. The full advertisement is available via the online application route or through the provided reference in the source listing.

Work location

Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany.