Vacature: Junior Engineer

Rotterdam Engineering BV; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Home office allowance

Pension scheme

Time-for-time compensation

Job summary

Rotterdam Engineering BV is seeking a Junior Engineer to join our energy and infrastructure projects in Rotterdam. You will independently perform diverse calculations and analyses, including strength, hydraulic, geotechnical assessments and route studies for underground pipelines.

You will collaborate with (Lead) Engineers, drafters, and project managers, handling smaller projects solo and contributing in multidisciplinary teams on larger ones.

Qualifications

• You hold a technical HBO or WO degree (Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering, etc.).
• Flexible and curious in approach.
• Able to maintain an overview across projects.
• Proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Relevant work experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform strength, hydraulic, and geotechnical calculations.
• Develop route studies for underground pipeline routes.
• Collaborate with (Lead) Engineers, drafters, and project managers.
• Provide high-quality technical input crucial to project success.

Education

Engineering degree (HBO/WO)

Job description

Have you just graduated or gained your first experience as an engineer? And are you ready for challenging projects in the field of energy and infrastructure? Then we have a great spot for you as a Junior Engineer!

What will you be doing?

As an Engineer, you will work on diverse projects in the field of underground pipeline infrastructure, including heat networks, thermal energy storage (TES), natural gas, hydrogen, and drinking water. You will independently perform calculations and analyses, such as:

• Strength and stress calculations
• Hydraulic calculations
• Geotechnical analyses
• Route studies for underground pipeline routes

You will work proactively with (Lead) Engineers, drafters, and project managers. You will handle smaller projects independently; for larger projects, you will work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will provide high-quality technical input that is crucial to the success of our projects.

Your career path as an Engineer

Within our organization, you can pursue targeted career growth as an engineer, naturally depending on your interests and ambitions. You will receive ample guidance, training, and practical experience to develop your technical or leadership talent. You could view a growth path from engineering to a specialist as follows:

You start by performing calculations and analyses, under the guidance of experienced engineers. You learn to work in a project-based manner and build knowledge of materials, piping systems, and standards.

With experience, you perform more complex calculations, mentor junior engineers, and help determine the technical direction of projects. As a Lead Engineer, you manage teams and liaise with project leaders.

You hold ultimate technical responsibility for projects, monitor quality, and manage technical risks. As a Senior Lead Engineer, you coordinate large teams and ensure integrated technical alignment.

Phase 4 – Specialist or Advisor

You develop into an expert or strategic advisor. You contribute to innovation, standard development, or policy advice and represent the organization in national or professional bodies.

Who are we looking for?

• You have a technical HBO or WO degree (Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering, etc.)
• You are flexible and curious
• You are able to maintain an overview.
• You work proactively and solution-oriented.
• You can work independently as well as in a team.
• Relevant work experience is a plus.

What do we offer?

Good primary and secondary employment conditions, including travel reimbursement, time-for-time compensation, a home office allowance, and a pension scheme.

Challenging work on complex and relevant projects.

Projects with various clients in the energy transition sector.

Opportunities for rapid growth—with respect to both your role as well as your salary

Friendly colleagues, great coffee, and an inspiring office in the heart of Rotterdam.

For questions, please contact Rorik Vesters at [phone].

What do we do?

Rotterdam Engineering is a member of UPA, a collective of engineering firms leading in the field of underground infrastructure and transport pipeline systems. We are involved in the entirety of the engineering process, from conceptual design to the coordination of execution and implementation. We work with municipalities, water authorities, energy companies, network operators, and contractors. We have expertise in a wide range of disciplines: Hydrogen, Heat, CO2, Steam, Drinking Water, Green Gas, Natural Gas, and Pressurized Sewer Systems. In our projects, we strive to create strong and conscientious designs that integrate technology, environmental considerations, costs, and practical feasibility.

By fostering a work environment that ensures the following 5 principles:

Empowering you to make the right decisions

At RE, we focus on identifying and developing your strengths.

We have seen how this stimulates motivation and generates successful outcomes. Effectively playing to your strengths and interests will yield the best results, and in turn be of the greatest benefit to the organization.

Your professional and personal development is central

Rotterdam Engineering provides you with not only the opportunity, but the tools to achieve your personal goals, address your needs, and realize your ambitions both in and out of the office. The way to do great work is to be passionate about what you do. This is what allows us to continually grow as an organization.

A young organization with ample opportunity for freedom and responsibility.

Together, we help you to identify the responsibilities you can and want to take on. You are given the freedom and trust to demonstrate your capabilities.

As a young organization, we prioritize trust and are committed to supporting your contributions and creativity by leveraging our extensive knowledge and experience to ensure quality.

A typical pragmatic Rotterdam attitude

Action speaks louder than words. We approach our work with a pragmatic focus on results, fully engaged and ready to tackle challenges head-on. We believe in learning through experience and remaining committed until we achieve our goals. While mistakes are a part of the process, the true failure lies in not learning from them. It's essential to concentrate on how to recover and move forward after setbacks.

We value team connection

Our motto is 'Work hard, play hard.' We believe that alongside hard work, it's important to create space for relaxation. Our office provides various opportunities to unwind, helping everyone return to work feeling rejuvenated. We also prioritize team bonding through group outings and activities. After all, we achieve our goals together.

Society of Engineers

Rotterdam Engineering is part of a network of engineers. Together we form Society of Engineers . A brand of UPA Group.