Geotechnical Engineer for Ground-Source Heat Pumps

Rotterdam Innovation City; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

STAK program

Job summary

GEHECO, a green-tech startup in the Greater Rotterdam Area, is seeking a pragmatic geotechnical engineer to help bring ground-bounded heat pumps to the mass market. You will contribute to the geotechnical design of the drilling product, apply soil mechanics knowledge, and collaborate with a small, autonomous team to solve real-world challenges while learning by doing every day.

We value hands-on mindset, flexibility in task ownership, and a passion for sustainable technology, with a competitive

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical focus.
• Several years of work experience in geotechnical engineering or related research.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software and design tools.
• Strong problem-solving, pragmatic mindset and hands-on attitude.
• Flexible, collaborative, and capable of working in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

• Understand geotechnical aspects of drilling and input soil mechanics to the drilling product design.
• Create design solutions during product development and advance the geotechnical aspects of the solution.
• Test and Learn by engaging in multiple roles to optimize learning and outcomes.
• Collaborate in a small team to improve the product and drive projects forward.
• Be flexible and take on additional tasks as required by the company.
• Participate in problem-solving exercises and learn-by-doing to contribute fresh perspectives.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering

Pragmatism

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Digital skills

Education

Master of Civil Engineering (Geotechnical)

Tools

3D CAD software

Job description

GEHECO, a green-tech startup in the Greater Rotterdam Area, is seeking a pragmatic geotechnical engineer to help bring ground-bounded heat pumps to the mass market. You will contribute to the geotechnical design of the drilling product, apply soil mechanics knowledge, and collaborate with a small, autonomous team to solve real-world challenges while learning by doing every day.

We value hands-on mindset, flexibility in task ownership, and a passion for sustainable technology, with a competitive