Job Description

Location:

Germany, Hamburg - Headquarter tesa SE

Level:

Professionals

Function:

Research & Development

Working Hours: Full-time


What you will do
As a

Mechanical Engineer – Analytics & Testing (m/f/d)

, you will play a key role in advancing our understanding of polymer materials and adhesive systems. Your focus will be on developing innovative testing methods, building predictive models, and integrating data-driven approaches that shape the future of our virtual product development. Working in close collaboration with material scientists, product developers, and data engineers, you will bridge the gap between experimental validation and simulation — ensuring our products meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. This role offers a unique combination of hands-on laboratory work, simulation, and data analysis, with opportunities to shape the direction of testing technology and contribute directly to our innovation pipeline.

Your tasks include:

Development and validation of models describing the viscoelastic behavior of polymers Development and establishment of new testing devices and methods Investigation of mechanical properties of polymers to optimize performance Management of machine learning projects related to material modeling and performance prediction Creation of an evaluation IT structure to deliver key parameters for “Virtual Product Development” Collaboration with product developers to enhance testing procedures and improve product design Execution of FEM simulations to predict the behavior of adhesive tapes and polymer components during application tests Planning and evaluation of mechanical tests to validate simulation results
What you will need
Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s or higher), graduated with top marks Minimum of 2 years’ experience conducting mechanical testing procedures, with a focus on rheology Proven experience in developing new testing devices and evaluation methods In-depth knowledge of polymer mechanics and relevant testing parameters Strong programming skills (Python, MATLAB) High level of initiative, curiosity, and self-motivation Excellent communication and collaboration skills A distinct hands-on mentality with an analytical mindset Fluent in English and proficient in German.
What you can expect
tesa is one of the world's leading manufacturers of adhesive tape solutions, with a range of more than 7,000 products. With passion for technology, we drive innovation, reliability, and sustainability to shape a better future.


Our solutions make a difference in the work, products, and lives of our customers across a variety of industries, including Automotive, Electronics, and Home applications. With this, we address a broad segment of business customers, but also you as a private consumer.


You might be surprised to discover the many places where our adhesive solutions are at work, from the battery in your electric car, to the display of your mobile phone, and even in the elevator in your building. Wherever you look, you'll find tesa - holding the world together since more than 125 years.


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