Junior Geomechanics & Cavern Storage R&D Engineer

Nobian; Amersfoort; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension scheme

35 paid holidays

Annual salary with vacation allowance

Attractive bonus scheme

Training and development opportunities

35 vacation days

Job summary

Nobian is seeking a Junior Mining R&D Engineer to help develop and optimise underground cavern systems for storage and energy transition, at the intersection of mining engineering and research.

You will collaborate with MDC and RD&I on backfilling, cavern use, and numerical simulations, applying AI-enabled data analysis and geomechanical modelling to deliver safe, efficient solutions.

Qualifications

• MSc level in geophysics, geology or geomechanics.
• Experience with geomechanical modelling and/or finite element modelling for geotechnical problems.
• Experience in geological data analysis and their interpretation.
• 0-2 years experience in mining engineering, R&D.
• Strong innovative drive to learn and develop new competences for mining applications and experience with or willingness to learn AI-enabled tools for data analysis.
• You are available for 32-40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Explore and develop opportunities for cavern backfilling and storage, broader than existing initiatives such as H2 and CAES.
• Provide geomechanical expertise for ongoing projects. Contribute to updating tactical knowledge related to cavern storage.
• Provide technical support for solids handling, backfill materials, and clean return of brine streams.
• Review, process and contribute to project deliverables and departmental reporting.
• Analyse and report on progress, including safety, technical issues, required competencies, permits and barrier removal actions.
• Ensure compliance with Nobian guidelines, processes and external regulations. Apply critical thinking and responsible use of AI-based tools for data analysis, modelling and engineering workflows.

Skills

Geomechanical modelling

Finite element modelling

Geological data analysis

AI-enabled data analysis

Education

MSc in geophysics/geology/geomechanics

Tools

Finite Element Modelling

Job description

Nobian is seeking a Junior Mining R&D Engineer to help develop and optimise underground cavern systems for storage and energy transition, at the intersection of mining engineering and research.

You will collaborate with MDC and RD&I on backfilling, cavern use, and numerical simulations, applying AI-enabled data analysis and geomechanical modelling to deliver safe, efficient solutions.