Technical Engineer / Technischer Ingenieur
Protarget AG
Company Overview
Protarget AG
Cologne, Germany
2009
Approximately 50 employees (Source: northdata.com). No public revenue figures available for 2023 or later.
What They Do
Protarget AG is a private engineering firm specializing in solar thermal technologies, particularly parabolic solar thermal power plants and solar steam boilers for industrial process heat. The core technology focuses on parabolic solar thermal systems designed for the generation of industrial steam, hot water, and thermal energy storage. These systems aim to replace fossil fuels in energy-intensive industries, focusing on providing process heat rather than generating electricity (Source: protarget-ag.com). Protarget offers turnkey solar steam boilers that qualify for government subsidies, enabling cost reductions of up to 75% compared to fossil alternatives. The systems are designed for a lifespan of over 25 years in extreme conditions and integrate concrete-based thermal storage solutions (Source: protarget-ag.com).
Projects & Track Record
Protarget has completed notable projects, including a solar thermal power plant for KEAN Soft Drinks Ltd., the largest juice producer in Cyprus, which opened at the end of June in Limassol, Cyprus. This project reduces heavy fuel oil consumption by 20% and avoids 150 tons of CO2 emissions annually (Source: protarget-ag.com). A second power plant has been approved for the same site to achieve 100% solar steam generation. Previous projects span Germany, Cyprus, India, and Brazil, with further developments in Jordan, Chile, South Africa, and India currently in the planning phase (Source: protarget-ag.com). Current major projects include the SUNBREWED initiative at the Athenian Brewery in Greece, set to launch in 2023, replacing fossil fuels with solar thermal heat (Source: protarget-ag.com).
Current Developments
In 2023, Protarget launched the SUNBREWED project with the Athenian Brewery in Patras, Greece, following a successful international tender process and a Memorandum of Understanding in July 2022. This project integrates solar thermal technologies with storage solutions to reduce production costs and CO2 emissions in beverage manufacturing (Source: protarget-ag.com). A study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE highlighted solar thermal technology as an attractive solution for industrial process heat in Germany, aligning with Protarget's expertise. No acquisitions or mergers have been reported in the last two years, aside from support from the EU Innovation Fund for the SUNBREWED project (Source: protarget-ag.com).
Working There
Protarget AG is actively recruiting for engineering roles in the development, production, and construction of solar thermal systems, focusing on the Engineering, Project Management, and Research & Development departments. The company culture emphasizes innovation and rapid project delivery under extreme conditions, reflected in successful global implementations (Source: protarget-ag.com). Job openings are concentrated at the headquarters in Cologne, with no indications of open positions at other locations. Specific information about the benefits offered is not documented in public sources.
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What makes us different?
We have taken on the challenge to change the global energy generation for industrial applications. First in the solar thermal business with experienced industry background, Protarget is at the forefront of generating sustainable industrial process heat combining German engineering with innovative methods.
What we stand for?
- We give people green energy that is safe and has a future
- Actively contribute to realising global climate change goals
- Respect people and their individual choices
- Foster healthy work-life balance
- Working with the sun makes you happy
Ways of working with us
- Full-time positions
- Immerse into working with senior industry experts to create innovative and planet-friendly solar thermal technology.
- Part-time jobs
- Cultivate a more balanced lifestyle in parallel of household duties or educational journeys. Rare opportunity in Germany!
- Hybrid working
- Contribute to creating state-of-the-art solar technology from anywhere in the world.
- Degree students
- Complete your engineering bachelor or master thesis with best industry experts and practical guidance from the company.
- Work students
- Get an early boost to your career by applying your studies in practise. A nice alternative to working in the bar!
What to expect when you join us?
- Create innovative technology
- Interesting and challenging tasks
- Multi-national team
- Work in different countries
- Competitive salaries and travel allowances
- Free public transport and bike leasing (in Germany)
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About the role
March 27, 2026
Full time
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- Germany
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