Book Editor in Technology (m/f/d)

We are looking for a colleague to be responsible for a technical textbook and specialist book program. You will decide which books need to be updated and which new topics will be included in your program. You will find your star cast of top German-speaking authors. You will be their sparring partner: you negotiate contract conditions, clarify the appropriate concept and book format, and advocate for their interests within the publishing house. You ensure the comprehensibility of the book texts and metadata as well as the completeness of the agreed content.

Must Have

• Responsible continuation and expansion of our book program in consultation with the program management for Civil Engineering | Energy | Environment
• Cultivation and expansion of author relationships with leading experts and engineers
• Searching for market potential for new titles, topics, and media formats
• Identification and development of promising book projects with a focus on textbooks and specialist books
• Conducting negotiations with authors, editors, and universities to conclude contracts
• Review and evaluation of book manuscripts and conceptual consulting
• Close cooperation with internal departments such as production, marketing, and sales
• Strong interest in technology development and innovations
• Completed vocational training or university degree with a focus on technology or equivalent experience in industry
• Professional experience in a publishing house or editorial office
• Strong communication skills, mediation skills and enjoyment of working with people
• Independent and organized way of working as well as openness to challenges and change
• Proficient in German and English

Good to Have

• Passion for the subject area: deep interest in the topics and developments in this field
• Desire to deepen your expertise: opportunity to deepen your own specialist knowledge and stay up to date
• Desire to contribute to science and education: contribute to promoting and disseminating high-quality scientific literature
• Love interacting with subject matter experts: opportunity to work with leading experts

Book Editor in Technology (m/f/d)

Title: Book Editor in Technology (m/f/d) at Springer Vieweg Publishing House

Location: Wiesbaden or Berlin

Application Deadline: December 15, 2025

About Springer Nature:

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About Springer Vieweg:

Springer Vieweg publishes German-language teaching and specialist media in the field of technology and applied natural sciences. The portfolio includes printed specialist books and textbooks, journals, online offerings, and events in the areas of mechanical engineering, production, materials, electrical engineering, computer science, environment and energy, construction, and architecture. Springer Vieweg addresses current technical issues and offers reliable solutions for teaching and professional practice.

About the Position:

We need a colleague who will be responsible for a technical textbook and specialist book program. You decide which book needs to be updated and which new topics will be included in your program. For this, you will find your star cast of top German-speaking authors. You will be their sparring partner: you negotiate the contract conditions, clarify the appropriate concept and book format, and advocate for their interests within the publishing house. You ensure the comprehensibility of the book texts and metadata as well as the completeness of the agreed content.

This includes in particular:

• Program Planning: the responsible continuation and expansion of our book program in consultation with the program management for Civil Engineering | Energy | Environment
• Author Relationships: the cultivation and expansion of author relationships with leading experts and engineers
• Market Analysis: searching for market potential for new titles, topics, and media formats
• Project Development: identification and development of promising book projects with a focus on textbooks and specialist books
• Negotiations: conducting negotiations with authors, editors, and universities to conclude contracts
• Quality Control: the review and evaluation of book manuscripts as well as conceptual consulting
• Collaboration: close cooperation with internal departments such as production, marketing, and sales.

This position is offered in our offices in Wiesbaden and Berlin, with a hybrid work model, full-time and permanent.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications

• Strong interest in technology development and innovations
• Completed vocational training or university degree with a focus on technology or equivalent experience in industry
• Professional experience in a publishing house or editorial office
• Strong communication skills, mediation skills and enjoyment of working with people
• Independent and organized way of working as well as openness to challenges and change
• Proficient in German and English

Your Interests:

• Passion for the subject area. You have a deep interest in the topics and developments in this field.
• You want to deepen your expertise. The specialist editorial office offers the opportunity to deepen your own specialist knowledge and always stay up to date.
• You want to contribute to science and education. Specialist editors contribute to promoting and disseminating high-quality scientific literature.
• You love interacting with subject matter experts: In a specialist editorial office, you have the opportunity to work with leading experts.

At Springer Nature, our mission is to be part of progress – and that starts with inclusion: of people, perspectives, and ideas. We are convinced that diverse perspectives drive progress, and we are committed to creating an environment where people and ideas can thrive. If you have special access needs due to a disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic illness, please contact us at EMEACareers@springernature.com so that we can make all necessary adjustments.

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