Become part of the team

Our mission: As one of Europe’s leading research institutions for fuel cells, hydrogen technologies and electrolysis processes, ZBT is working on the energy system of the future. ZBT is a sought-after research and development partner in cutting-edge European and national research and in industrial projects focusing on automotive applications and stationary energy generation.

Work with us on innovative technologies for climate and environmental protection!

We advertise available positions here.

Depending on our current needs, you will find positions in research and development, in technical and commercial areas, in management and administration, as well as for students.

If you don’t see anything suitable, just bookmark the page and check back often. Or send us an unsolicited application! We will then see if we can find something for you.

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Vacancies at ZBT

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Student Worker (m/f/d) for the H2Business Division

part-time
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The injection moulding machine is operated by a member of staff.

Master’s or Bachelor’s Student (m/f/d) for Extrusion of Highly Conductive Compounds

part-time
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A view inside the Hy-Lab hydrogen quality laboratory at the ZBT, with numerous analytical instruments on the tables

Plant mechanic, Industrial mechanic, Pipeline fitter Engineer (m/f/d)

Vollzeit/Teilzeit
starting at 1. May, 2026
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Working student (m/f/d) for design and simulation for water electrolysis

part-time
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ZBT Laboratory Ammonia Cracker Plant Camp Fire Project

Working student (m/f/d) in the field of hydrogen derivatives

part-time
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Working student (m/f/d) Fuel cells and stack 3D printing

part-time
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A view inside the Hy-Lab hydrogen quality laboratory at the ZBT, with numerous analytical instruments on the tables

Engineer (m/f/d) for laboratory and technical infrastructure planning

Vollzeit/Teilzeit
starting at 1. May, 2026
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Aufbau von Elektrolyseuren auf dem ZBT-Wasserstoff-Testfeld

Project Manager (m/f/d) Construction / Client Representation / Research Infrastructure

Vollzeit/Teilzeit
starting at 1. September, 2025
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Can’t find the right job for you?

… but still interested in the ZBT and hydrogen research? Then send us your unsolicited application!

Become part of our team of currently around 180 employees, characterised by expert knowledge and team spirit!

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We look forward to receiving your unsolicited application!

Contact

Head of Human Resources

Astrid Goischke
+49 203 7598-3349
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Research

The ZBT – the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Center in Duisburg conducts application-oriented research on hydrogen-related topics, thus building a bridge between fundamental research and industry.

Further development

With programmes such as the ZBT Research School, PhD peer mentoring and our wide range of training courses, we create an environment that promotes scientific excellence and enables our employees to develop both professionally and personally.

Benefits for employees

At ZBT, we work on technologies for the clean energy system of the future. In addition, employees benefit from flexible working hours, good transport links and a pleasant working atmosphere, among other things.