Head of Electrical Engineering in Building Operations

For our facilities management team, we are looking for a

Head of Electrical Engineering in Building Operations

Location: Berlin
Application deadline: July 12, 2026
Employment: Full-time
(Part-time is generally possible)
Start date: Immediately
Job Posting Number: 12-021-2026
Compensation: E14 TV EntgO-DRV

Scope of Activities

The German Federal Pension Insurance Fund relies on its “Real Estate” department: Here, we plan, construct, and operate all of our buildings—from rehabilitation centers for our insured members to modern office buildings for our 26,000 employees. Approximately 600 experts in departmental coordination, real estate management, portfolio management, construction and facility management, as well as environmental and energy management oversee our diverse portfolio throughout its entire life cycle. In the coming years, we will gradually transition our locations to an environmentally friendly and economically sustainable energy supply—CO2-conscious and future-proof. In short: We create modern rehabilitation centers, work environments, and spaces where the DRV Bund can carry out its core business.

Your Responsibilities

In a position of special trust, you will take charge of the electrical engineering division of our facilities management team, which consists of approximately 80 employees. With your technical expertise and organizational skills, you will ensure the safe, cost-effective, and forward-looking operation of the electrical systems in our properties. In doing so, you will make a significant contribution to the safe and reliable technical infrastructure of the DRV Bund. Your responsibilities will include, in particular:

• Providing technical and disciplinary leadership to your current team of 12 operations engineers who serve as team leaders
• Ensuring trouble-free operation, as well as the maintenance and further development of electrical systems
• Developing, implementing, and continuously optimizing operational concepts, technical standards, and guidelines for existing and future systems
• Initiating, supporting, and implementing change processes within your area of responsibility (e.g., standardization, efficiency improvements, digitalization)
• Working closely with the HVAC division management in building operations as well as other technical departments to ensure holistic management of technical processes and projects

This position involves occasional business travel that can be easily planned.

Your Profile

In addition to working independently and in a structured manner, you demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and the ability to communicate effectively with others on an equal footing. You know how to motivate your team members, actively shape change processes, and confidently manage technical and organizational requirements. In addition, you possess the following:

• A completed university degree (academic degree: Master’s or university diploma) in electrical engineering or a comparable field
  or
  a completed university degree (academic degree: Bachelor’s or Diplom from a university of applied sciences) in electrical engineering or a comparable field, combined with proven experience in the specified area of responsibility that corresponds to the skills and experience expected of a completed academic degree
• Many years of professional experience in technical building operations and the maintenance of electrical systems
• Several years of experience in the technical and disciplinary management of employees

We offer

• A leadership position with significant responsibility and creative freedom in a technically challenging environment
• An active role in shaping the strategic development of technical building operations
• Hands-on training with a motivated and supportive team
• Customized training opportunities for professional and personal growth
• A secure position with long-term projects, flexible working hours, time tracking accurate to the minute, and the option to take compensatory time off

Additional Information

To fill this position, we will conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates.

This job posting pertains to a field in which women are underrepresented as defined by the Federal Equal Opportunity Act. The German Federal Pension Insurance Fund is committed to promoting the professional advancement of women. We therefore particularly encourage applications from women.

People with a severe disability or those deemed equivalent under Section 2, Paragraphs 2 and 3 of SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

Applications from people of all nationalities are welcome.

We look forward to receiving your application

Your contact person:
Franziska Freytag is available to answer any questions you may have at:

Phone:
0175 8028237

Email:
franziska.freytag@drv-bund.de