R and D Engineer
Darwin Recruitment · Utrecht, Utrecht, Netherlands
Apply & track with Apply EdgeJoin an innovative clean-energy startup developing 24/7 renewable heat solutions for industrial applications. This role offers the opportunity to lead product development across thermal energy storage, solar systems, power-to-heat technologies, and internal software tools.Key ResponsibilitiesLead product improvement and development projects from concept through deployment.Design, prototype, test, and validate new technologies and components.Perform thermodynamic and mechanical simulations to evaluate system performance.Conduct experiments and field testing to validate designs.Improve system efficiency, reliability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.Manage technical projects, budgets, roadmaps, and supplier engagement.Support product industrialization by considering manufacturability, operational, and financial factors.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative energy solutions.RequirementsMaster's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.3+ years of relevant engineering experience.Ability to translate customer and market needs into technical requirements.Strong analytical and hands-on engineering skills.Experience preparing products for scale-up or mass production.Willingness to travel internationally for installation, testing, and commissioning activities.Self-driven mindset with strong ownership and problem-solving abilities.Passion for renewable energy; knowledge of energy markets is a plus.What's OfferedOpportunity to make a direct impact in the renewable energy sector.International travel and field deployment opportunities.Competitive salary based on experience.Flexible, high-autonomy work environment.Strong focus on professional growth and development.Collaborative startup culture building real-world clean-energy products. Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.