Building Services Engineer as an Expert Inspector for Ventilation, Smoke Extraction and Fire Suppression Systems
Original title: Ingenieur Versorgungstechnik als Sachverständiger Lüftungs-, Rauchabzugs-, Feuerlöschanlagen (m/
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Start Date
On request
Sector
Technische Prüfung und Gebäudetechnik
Salary
Competitive salary
Listing data as of November 3, 2026
About this Apprenticeship
Inspect safety systems in buildings and industrial facilities within DEKRA's Electrical and Building Services division. The advertised location is Dortmund; applicants may also state a preference for another of its more than 70 branches. A comprehensive training programme is available to applicants who are not yet recognised as expert inspectors under building law.
What You'll Learn
- Independently inspect safety systems in buildings and industrial facilities, including ventilation, smoke extraction, pressure ventilation, carbon monoxide warning and fire suppression systems.
- Carry out quality checks during construction and prepare expert reports, including measurements.
- Work independently or with colleagues in your region, supported by qualified back-office staff.
- Support customers in ensuring compliance with official requirements and legal regulations.
- Use your network to expand the customer base and grow the business.
Requirements
- University degree in building services engineering, energy engineering, building engineering, mechanical engineering or a comparable field
- Professional experience in planning, constructing and operating building services systems
- Recognition as an expert inspector or knowledge of building law and the systems to be inspected, plus experience preparing expert reports, is desirable
- Strong writing skills to prepare clear, precise reports and expert assessments
- Business-fluent spoken and written German required
- An independent, reliable and flexible approach to work
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Category B driving licence and willingness to carry out fieldwork around your home area
What DEKRA offers
- Better balance: Flexible working hours, 30 days of annual leave and additional leave as your length of service increases. Administrative tasks can be carried out from flexible locations where possible.
- A strong overall package with Christmas and holiday payments, service anniversary bonuses, referral bonuses and a workplace pension. Basic salary and additional benefits are provided during qualification training.
- Travel and discount benefits: A company bicycle scheme, travel expense arrangements, payment or subsidies for driving licences required for work, employee discounts and free vehicle roadworthiness inspections.
- Health services including apps, talks, PME family support services and occupational healthcare.
- Practical training and further education with modern learning resources and internal qualification programmes at company training centres. Qualification training includes classroom learning at the centres and personal mentoring.
- An open culture that values professional expertise, sharing knowledge through the DEKRA network and events such as the SkiCup or motorcycle gatherings.
- Technical work that benefits society: Use your expertise to contribute to a safe and sustainable world in a stable company with long-term prospects.
- High-quality work equipment with modern technology, workwear and digital tools suited to your role.
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