Field Test Engineer

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Field Test Engineer

BlueHeart Energy Alkmaar

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What is required?

  • Higher professional education (HBO) or intermediate vocational education (MBO+) with the right experience
  • At least 3 years of experience in a similar role
  • Ability to independently install a test project
  • Good command of both Dutch and English, both spoken and written
  • Strong collaboration skills with customers and a desire to understand their needs

What will you get?

  • €2,500 - €4,500 gross per month (depending on knowledge and experience)
  • 40 hour workweek
  • 25 vacation days
  • Training opportunities
  • Phantom shares of the company, laptop, and SIM card
  • Pension plan

What will you do?

  • 40% Overseeing the installation of a heat pump
  • 30% Preparing documentation for the heat pump
  • 20% Preparing for and attending meetings
  • 10% Maintaining contact with partners

This vacancy has been created based on interviews with employees to help you get a realistic preview of the job.

Vacancy

As a Field Test Engineer at BlueHeart Energy, you will be responsible for overseeing lab and field tests of prototypes of a new heat pump featuring the BlueHeart thermo-acoustic motor. In this role, you will collaborate extensively with customers and partner companies, participating in the design and installation of the heat pump, which will be tested both internally and externally. Additionally, you will be the first point of contact for any installation issues with the new design and ensure that technical problems are resolved quickly and effectively, in consultation with other technical teams as needed.

Besides working on-site with customers, you will also work on assembling and modifying heat pumps and BlueHeart units for future projects. This could involve setting up a demonstration for a client at the office or conducting internal tests to learn more about our system.

You will work on a project basis, meaning you are responsible for the technical preparation of new lab and field tests. This also includes writing detailed technical documentation and manuals for end-users.

You will be part of the Business Development team, where you have your own responsibilities, but there is always room to consult with colleagues regarding any complications or challenges.

Since much of the work takes place on-site with customers, you are expected to be willing to travel. This could be within the Netherlands or internationally, depending on the projects.

If you enjoy practical work, frequent contact with other companies, and don't mind figuring out many aspects of heat pump installation independently, then this is the job for you.

Working week

Field Test Engineer

On an enjoyable workday, you oversee the installation of a heat pump on-site.

On a less enjoyable working day, you're busy writing a manual, which can take a lot of time.

  • 09:00
  • 10:00
  • 11:00
  • 12:00
  • 13:00
  • 14:00
  • 15:00
  • 16:00
  • 17:00
    • Morning Scrum
    • Lunch
    • Preparing documentation for the heat pump
    • Maintaining contact with partners
    • Overseeing the installation of a heat pump
    • Preparing for and attending meetings
    • Morning Scrum
    • Lunch
    • Preparing documentation for the heat pump
    • Preparing for and attending meetings
    • Overseeing the installation of a heat pump
    • Maintaining contact with partners
    • Preparing for and attending meetings

Firsthand experience

The Project Manager indicates that more sound insulation is needed in the heat pump. How do you approach this?

You call the partner where the heat pump is installed to schedule a visit. You then look for a way to reduce the noise of the heat pump. Once your idea is approved, you implement it on-site yourself.

Growth

The career path at BlueHeart Energy is not fixed. The company expects to continue growing rapidly in the coming years, creating opportunities for everyone ready to take on new responsibilities. BlueHeart Energy offers training and courses, and knowledge sharing among employees is very important. The significant advantage of the startup phase is that initiative is highly valued, allowing you to create your own role. As BlueHeart Energy grows, so do you. BlueHeart adopted Agile working from January 2023, improving team collaboration.

Field Test Engineer

Working at BlueHeart Energy

BlueHeart Energy was founded in 2016 to apply thermoacoustics as a technology in heat pumps. Thermoacoustics is a disruptive approach to generate heat and cold, with potential to revolutionize the whole industry. Over the past seven years, BHE has developed a thermoacoustic engine to power heat pumps in residential buildings. This so called 'Blue Heart' of a heat pump is sold to manufacturers. In the coming years, the 'Blue Heart' will have to be further developed and optimized. Besides this, we will set up our production facility, strengthen the relationships with our customers (Manufacturers of heat pumps) and set up pilot projects in houses and monitor these.

View company profile of BlueHeart Energy
  • Headquarters in Alkmaar
  • 33 employees
  • Active in more than 10 countries
  • 20% / 80%
  • Average age 38 years
  • Casual
  • Hybrid working

Colleagues

Photo of employee Alireza Moradi
Photo of employee Michiel Hartman
Photo of employee Myrthe Kuijf
Photo of employee Roelof Schuitema
Photo of employee Haico Halbesma
Photo of employee Adam Zeman
Photo of employee Roel Verhagen

Alireza Moradi (28) - Project engineer in R&D department

Why did you decide to work for this company?
Before this, I studied thermoacoustics during my master and PhD program and I was always eager to combine thermoacoustics with an environmentally friendly system. I came across Blue Hear energy's website during my research period and I was an immediate fan. When Michiel pitched all his ideas to me, I only thought about one thing:when can I start?

What was your previous job?
Before joining Blue Heart Energy company, I was busy with PhD program at Tarbiat Modares University besides doing some research for aerospace institute.

What do you do in your spare time?
Playing football, inline skating and of course still working on PhD.

Michiel Hartman (52) - CEO

Why did you decide to work for this company?
I founded Blue Heart because sustainable heating and cooling is one of the biggest challenges in the energy transition. Thermoacoustics is one of the game changers to make this possible. A complex technique with great impact which requires a great team with various specialties. Building Blue Heart on all these aspects is my big motivator.

What was your previous job?
Founder of QWIC electric bicycles and president of the Branch Association of Electric Transport. I was also temporary Project Manager of large heat projects in The Netherlands.

What do you do in your spare time?
Tennis, skiing, family, outdoor sports (workouts and water sports).

Myrthe Kuijf (27) - Research Engineer

Why did you decide to work for this company?
I started working at BlueHeart through my traineeship at Talent for Transition. I studied technical physics and I want to use my knowledge to contribute to the energy transition. At BlueHeart, I have the opportunity to do this as part of a team.

What did you study?
Student Technical Physics

What do you do in your spare time?
Reading and propagating plants

Roelof Schuitema (50) - Technical Sales Manager

Why did you decide to work for this company?
I was involved in multiple renewable energy projects including Blue Heart Energy's heat pump. When the project spun off into a startup, I seized the opportunity to work full time at Blue Heart. My work brings innovation, development and the application of sustainable technology together, with the entire company operating as a team. That's the ideal working environment for me, and that's what makes working at Blue Heart so great.

What was your previous job?
Operationeel manager at Teamwork Technology.

What do you do in your spare time?
Hiking, camping en spending time with my kids.

Haico Halbesma (54) - Chief Financial Officer

Why did you decide to work for this company?
Blue Heart's Energy goal to green the built environment in terms of heating and cooling appealed to me greatly. This combined with the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team on the complex challenge of applying this clean solution widely, bringing it to the market on a large scale and getting it produced in the Netherlands.

What was your previous job?
Director.

What do you do in your spare time?
Sailing.

Adam Zeman (24) - R&D Intern

Why did you decide to work for this company?
I was introduced to the field of thermoacoustic during one of the university lectures and got instantly hooked. Since we were required to do a mandatory internship as a part of our studies, I instantly knew where to look. Blue Heart Energy was the company that caught my attention from the very beginning due to the range of possible hands-on topics that I could work on.

What was your previous job?
Mechanical Trainee

What do you do in your spare time?
Sports (fencing, climbing, ...), Reading, Board Games

Roel Verhagen (44) - Lead Designer

Why did you decide to work for this company?
I chose to work at Blue Heart Energy because I sought to make a tangible impact in my work. The company's startup environment provides an opportunity to contribute to the development of a truly innovative product at the intersection of science, product development, and mass production. Working in a diverse team where roles are flexible keeps the work engaging and dynamic.

What was your previous job?
Product Developer

What do you do in your spare time?
I enjoy engaging in active activities with my children, as well as attending festivals, independent films, and theater performances.

Application process

First interview (by phone) with the Hiring Manager
Second interview (on-site)
Employment terms proposal
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