Technical Intern Soil Type Detection

YES!Delft; Delft; Remote; EUR 7,800 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from seasoned professionals

Networking opportunities

Yes!Delft community

Job summary

GEHECO, a Delft-based startup, is seeking a Master’s student in Engineering to join our hands-on development team for a five-month internship starting Jan 2027. You will design a sensor system to identify soil types at the drill head and build a working prototype using available hardware and software tools.

You will validate the sensor in the lab and during field tests, collaborate closely with a small team, learn by doing daily, and contribute fresh perspectives to advance our pragmatic

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Master degree in Engineering.
• In 3rd or 4th year with average grade ≥ 8/10.
• Able to create hardware and software prototypes.
• Legally allowed to work in the Netherlands.

Responsibilities

• Develop and create a sensor to detect different soil types at the drill head.
• Validate the sensor in lab and field tests.
• Collaborate with a small team to improve the product.
• Engage in problem-solving and learn by doing daily.

Skills

Sensor development

Hardware & Software

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

3rd or 4th year (avg ≥ 8/10)

Job description

GEHECO is a start-up which focusses on laying the wells for water-water heat pumps in existing houses. In order to do so, we are designing a revolutionary new drill tool that is able to place the well, ultimately from within the home. Problem statement The process of drilling is highly depending on the type of soil you are in. Knowing the type of soil you are in would give the opportunity to control and optimise the drilling parameters while drilling and gain speed and efficiency with that.

Key Responsibilities / What you will do:

• Develop and create a sensor to detect different types of soil at the drill head; pragmatically create a sensor, fitting in the limited space available, to detect different soil types.
• Validate the sensor; you validate the sensor in the lab with actual data available, but also during field tests.
• Collaboration; we are a small team where every individual counts. We need your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills to improve our product and drive our projects forward.
• Engage in problem-solving exercises, learn by doing on a daily basis and contribute fresh perspectives to the development of the GEHECO product.

What you bring:

• You are a pragmatic and enthusiastic individual pursuing a Master degree in Engineering.
• You are in your 3rd or 4th year, with at least an average grading of 8 (out of 10).
• Passion for making things work. Your practical talent to create a real, working prototype is what counts most in this assignment. You have a passion for making stuff work. Being able to analyze your work and come up with rapid solutions to improve it.
• Pragmatism; GEHECO needs a pragmatic approach from all team members. A sense to distinguish between relevant and non-relevant issues is important to move forward quickly.
• Skills; You are able to create the hardware as well as the software for this task. Using existing products and tools where possible has our preference.
• Enthusiasm; all team members are ready to step in when capacity is needed to make sure that all jobs are done at the end of the day, for example helping out during field tests.
• You are legally allowed to work in the Netherlands (EU resident or work permit).

Your personality:

• You are flexible and able to cope with the uncertainties (and freedom!) of working at a start-up. Plans may change overnight; structures are not yet firmly in place. You need to deliver on the goal, but how you do it is very much up to you.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a desire to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
• Strong collaborative mindset willing to learn by experimenting and doing.
• Highly committed with a passion for green technology and sustainability initiatives.

Why Choose GEHECO:

• Gain valuable hands-on experience in a start-up environment dedicated to sustainable tech solutions.
• Mentorship from seasoned professionals (both 25 years working experience).
• Being part of a start-up community (Yes!Delft) with plenty networking opportunities and exposure to innovative technology.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge solutions in a super innovative and pragmatic setting.
• Internship compensation is available.
• Contribute to solutions that make a real difference in sustainability and the environment.

Location: Delft (Yes!Delft building)
Duration: Jan-feb 2027 (approx 5 months)
Hours: full time