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Vehicle Inspection Engineer / Motor Vehicle Expert

Original title: Prüfingenieur Fahrzeuge / Kfz Sachverständiger (m/w/d)

DEKRAGotha, THSkilled

Full-time

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Start Date
On request
Sector
Automotive / Vehicle Inspection
Salary
Competitive salary

Listing data as of November 3, 2026

About this Apprenticeship

DEKRA is looking for vehicle inspection engineers and motor vehicle experts in Gotha. Those not yet recognized as inspection engineers can join a comprehensive training programme. Base salary and extra benefits are paid already during the qualification.

What You'll Learn

Independently carry out recurring general inspections and safety checks on motor vehicles and trailers under § 29 StVZO
Change approvals under § 19.3 StVZO, approvals of design modifications under § 19.2 StVZO and operating permit assessments under § 21 StVZO
Write inspection reports and technical expert reports
Trusted contact for customers and use your network to grow your customer base

Requirements

University degree in engineering: mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering or a comparable technical field
Ideally completed vocational training and/or first work experience in the automotive field
If applicable, already appointed as inspection engineer (PI) or aaSoP in vehicle inspection
Proficient use of MS Office
Confident manner with customers and strong communication skills
Service-oriented, independent and responsible way of working
Driving licence classes A, B and CE or willingness to obtain them
Willingness to work locally in the field

What DEKRA offers

Flexible working hours with 30 vacation days and more vacation with longer service; administrative tasks can be done from other locations where possible
Strong package with Christmas and vacation pay, anniversary bonuses, referral bonuses and company pension; base salary and extras already during qualification
Mobility and discount offers: company bike, travel expense rules, payment/subsidy of required driving licences, corporate benefits and free vehicle inspection
Health services such as apps, talks, PME family service and company medical care
Practical training and development with modern learning offers and internal qualification programmes; theory phases and personal mentoring
Open culture with trust in expertise and exchange in the DEKRA network, plus events like SkiCup or motorcycle meetups
Technical work with social relevance in a stable company with long-term prospects
High-quality work equipment with modern technology, work clothing and digital tools

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