Mechatronics Technician
BlueHeart Energy Alkmaar
What is required?
- Technical MBO/Bachelors working and thinking level
- At least 3 years of working experience
- Experience in assembling mechanical systems, especially prototype hardware in a laboratory setting
- Able to understand PCB schematics, build and test basic electronic setups, and make and adjust basic electrical wiring diagrams using CAD
- Knowledge of sensors, including pressure, temperature, and positioning
- Data collection experience is a plus
- Ability to organize technical tasks logically and follow through with minimal supervision
- Able to work independently and in a team
- Good communication skills
- Good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing
- Able and willing to work in a start-up environment, eager to learn, goal oriented and good adaptability
What will you get?
- €3,000 - €5,000 gross p/m (depending on knowledge and experience)
- 40-hour working week
- 25 vacation days
- Training opportunities
- Company Phantom shares, laptop and SIM card EU+USA
- Pension scheme
What will you do?
- 25% Building and maintaining control and data acquisition systems
- 25% Troubleshooting control and data acquisition systems
- 20% Helping with assembling and disassembling prototypes
- 20% Documenting results
- 10% In future: supporting field testing
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Vacancy
As a Mechatronics Technician at BlueHeart Energy, you are responsible for assembling and disassembling of the prototype of the thermo-acoustic heart of the heat pumps, playing a key role in getting them ready for detailed testing and evaluation by the Engineering team. Your job requires careful and precise work, as you set up the prototypes to meet specific test needs.
In addition to working with prototypes, you will also be involved in building and setting up specialized test equipment, with a primary focus on the mechanical aspects as your area of expertise. Your electrical tasks are more basic, requiring enough understanding of electrical systems to manage the necessary components. Although you won't be directly conducting the tests, your role in preparing and fine-tuning the equipment is vital in facilitating accurate and effective validation.
Furthermore, you will play a key part in troubleshooting any issues that may arise during the preparation phase and maintaining thorough documentation of all processes and outcomes. This documentation provides valuable insights for the ongoing development of the thermo-acoustic technology. Additionally, you will contribute to researching new technologies in sensors and test controls, which adds an innovative aspect to your role.
You are part of the R&D team, which consists of seven team members. This team is a blend of experienced Engineers, creative problem-solvers and dedicated Technicians, all working collaboratively towards pioneering advancements in sustainable energy technologies. You will work in a multifunctional Agile team on various projects within BlueHeart Energy.
If you like making a significant impact on the company and thrive on adapting to changing directions, this role is for you.
Working week
On an enjoyable day, you have the opportunity to delve into a technical challenge that arose earlier in the week, focusing on practical problem-solving.
On a less enjoyable day, it feels like everything is happening all at once. You're dealing with a prototype issue, a rush to test new parts, and the ongoing challenge of calibrating new sensors, making it a hectic and challenging workday.
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- Daily stand-up
- Sample agenda
- Lunch
- Assembling and disassembling prototypes
- Assembling and disassembling prototypes
- Team meeting
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- Daily stand-up
- Lunch
- Sprint completion
- Building new test equipment
- Doing electrical wiring
- Building new test equipment
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- Daily stand-up
- Lunch
- Building new test equipment
- Administration
- Validating test equipment
- Team meeting
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- Daily stand-up
- Lunch
- Company meeting
- Drinks
- Validating test equipment
- Troubleshooting failures
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- Daily stand-up
- Lunch
- Troubleshooting failures
- Documenting results
- One-on-one with Manager
Firsthand experience
Growth
The career growth path at Blue Heart Energy is not fixed. The company expects to grow fast in the coming years, generating opportunities for all those who are ready to assume new responsibilities. BHE supports training and courses, and sharing knowledge is very important among employees. The main advantage of the start up and scale up phase is that self-initiative is really appreciated, and you can create your own job. As Blue Heart Energy grows, you grow along with them.
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.
- Headquarters in Alkmaar
- 33 employees
- Active in more than 10 countries
- 20% / 80%
- Average age 38 years
- Casual
- Hybrid working
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