Heat Pump Test Engineer | Hybrid Work & ESOP

BlueHeart Energy; Heemskerk; Hybrid; EUR 31,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Hybrid work

Training opportunities

Mental well-being program (OpenUp)

Pension scheme with employer contrib.

Commuting allowance

Strategic role in scale-up

Job summary

BlueHeart Energy is seeking a Test Engineer to execute tests on heat pump systems and components across multiple lab benches. You will run tests, monitor systems, adjust conditions, troubleshoot, collect data, and ensure safety and precision in every test.

You will work with R&D, Controls and Engineering teams to validate designs, maintain equipment, and improve testing procedures while focusing on repeatable results and accountability in a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level technical degree required; MBO/HBO in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years in testing, lab, technician, or engineering environments is a plus.
• Experience with MATLAB is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily testing activities on heat pump systems and components.
• Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot laboratory test benches.
• Follow test procedures and ensure tests are performed consistently and accurately.
• Collect, validate, and organize test data.
• Perform basic pre-analysis of test results and identify abnormal behavior or deviations.
• Support root cause investigations by reproducing issues and gathering evidence.
• Assist in the development and improvement of test procedures and technical documentation.
• Prepare test setups, instrumentation, and equipment before testing activities.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and keep test areas organized and operational.
• Work closely with R&D, Controls, and Engineering teams to support development activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing methods, laboratory processes, and safety practices.

Skills

Hands-on mindset

Autonomy

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Startup mentality

Education

MBO/HBO degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

BlueHeart Energy is seeking a Test Engineer to execute tests on heat pump systems and components across multiple lab benches. You will run tests, monitor systems, adjust conditions, troubleshoot, collect data, and ensure safety and precision in every test.

You will work with R&D, Controls and Engineering teams to validate designs, maintain equipment, and improve testing procedures while focusing on repeatable results and accountability in a fast-paced startup environment.