Trainee Project Engineering; m​/w​/d

The AKG Group has been a specialist in the field of heat transfer since 1919. With currently more than 3,000 employees at 14 locations in Europe, America, and Asia, the company develops and manufactures high-quality components and systems for a wide range of applications and industries. Here in Hofgeismar, you can expect highly qualified training, exciting tasks, and excellent future prospects.

The two-year trainee program combines broad, cross-departmental training with the opportunity to gain in-depth know-how and practical experience in the areas of sales and project engineering.
It is divided into three phases

• Overview (approx. 4 weeks): Introduction to the goals, organization, processes, and interrelationships of the individual departments
• Cross-departmental onboarding (approx. 12 months): You will get to know various departments through assignments lasting several days or weeks and take on your first tasks and projects
• Focus area “Project Engineering”: You will deepen your knowledge in project engineering and sales and assume responsibility for your own projects. A multi-week assignment at one of the AKG Group’s international subsidiaries is also planned.
  
  Your tasks at AKG

• Supporting and advising existing customers as well as acquiring new customers
• Technical product development and product customization according to customer requirements
• Complete project management from quotation preparation to series production, including:
  • Technical calculations and design of heat exchangers
  • Commercial calculations and optimization of customer-specific solutions
  • Preparation of quotations
  • Internal order coordination and acting as a point of contact for customers and suppliers

• A university degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Diploma) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering
• Practical experience through vocational training or internships, as well as international experience, is an advantage
• Strong comprehension skills, assertiveness, goal orientation, flexibility, and negotiation skills
• A solution-oriented, structured, and committed way of working, as well as confident communication in both German and English
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally

At AKG, we focus on continuity rather than fluctuation – with secure jobs and genuine opportunities for development.

Collaboration on equal terms and strong teamwork – we all pull together.

Our products are known worldwide for their quality and innovation – that makes us proud and motivates us.

At Hofgeismar, you don’t just work – you grow. Internal development and promotion opportunities are part of our culture.

Many employees have been with us for years – because here, job security goes hand in hand with meaningful work.

From Hofgeismar, we support customers world-wirde– with high-tech solutions and local expertise.

In our FAQ section, you will find answers to the most frequently asked questions about applying, starting and working  help you quickly find what you are interested in, we have sorted all the information clearly into categories.

AKG operates across a wide range of industries and applications. Our solutions are used in construction machinery, agricultural and forestry equipment, automotive systems, energy technologies, wind power, rail and aviation, as well as many industrial applications. Across all these sectors, our Cooling and Thermal Management solutions ensure reliable, efficient, and long-lasting performance.

The AKG Group employs more than 3,000 people worldwide at multiple locations. Our employees are the foundation of our success — their commitment, expertise, and teamwork drive innovation and quality every day.

Yes, AKG is an independent family-owned company, now managed by the third generation. This strong family foundation ensures long-term stability, reliability, and a culture based on trust and responsibility.

AKG is committed to environmentally responsible production and resource efficiency. Our products help reduce energy consumption and emissions in numerous industries.