Automation Engineer Intern
Bring automation to our testing laboratories by turning manual processes into smarter, more reliable test solutions.
Job description
About BlueHeart Energy
BlueHeart Energy was founded in 2016 as a deep-tech company that has developed a new sustainable thermoacoustics technology to radically improve the performance of heat pumps, enabling them to evolve from being the best solution in the market to becoming the perfect solution. Our technology is a disruptive approach to generate heat and cold, with potential to revolutionize the whole industry.
With our so-called Blue Heart' inside, heat pumps turn into affordable, silent and flexible devices, capable of working with wide temperature ranges suitable for both new and existing houses. Importantly, BlueHeart doesn’t require any refrigerants and doesn’t generate any CO2e emissions.
The Internship
Join our Testing Team and help us automate our laboratories and test benches. Many of our testing activities are still performed manually, from operating valves to running test sequences and collecting data. In this role, you will support the development of automation solutions that improve efficiency, repeatability, and reliability.
This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineering student who enjoys programming, electronics, controls, and solving practical challenges in a laboratory environment.
What You'll Do
Identify manual testing activities that can be automated
Develop and implement automation solutions for test benches
Support integration of sensors, actuators, valves, and control systems
Create scripts, dashboards, or simple software tools for laboratory operations
Test, troubleshoot, and validate automation solutions
Document automation projects and support continuous improvement initiatives
Work closely with the Testing, Controls, Engineering, and R&D teams
What We're Looking For
Currently studying Automation Engineering
Passion for automation, technology, and problem-solving
Hands-on mindset with willingness to learn
Basic programming skills (Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or similar)
Interest in controls, instrumentation, and embedded systems
Comfortable working independently and within a team
Good English skills (spoken and written)
What We Offer
Internship allowance and travel allowance
A friendly, international work environment
Training and mentorship from experienced engineers
Exposure to cutting-edge heat pump technology
Access to mental health support via OpenUp
Opportunity to make a real impact by helping build the future of our automated testing laboratories
Be part of a scale-up making a real impact on sustainability. Learn more about our mission here.
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- Heemskerk, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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Marina Palmarini
Recruiter mpalmarini@blueheartenergy.com
Valentina Elenberg Norman
Head People & Culture velenbergnorman@blueheartenergy.com
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Interview tips
Get to know Blue Heart Energy
Before your interview, take some time to explore our career page, learn about our technology and products, and read our company values. You don’t need to become an expert: we’re interested in what caught your attention, why you’re considering BlueHeart Energy, and what you’re curious to learn more about.
Come prepared to talk about your experience
Our first conversation is usually focused on getting to know you: your career journey, motivation, experience, and what you’re looking for next. As you progress, interviews become more focused on the role and may include technical, functional, or leadership-related questions. Think about relevant examples from your experience that help us understand not only what you did, but how you approached it and what you learned.
Use clear, concrete examples
We often use the STARR method: Situation, Task, Action, Result and Reflection, to explore your experience. Before your interview, think of a few examples that demonstrate skills relevant to the role. Be specific about your own contribution, decisions and results. Communication is also part of what we assess, particularly for roles involving collaboration or leadership, so aim to keep your answers clear and structured.
Be curious and be yourself
An interview is a two-way conversation. Come with questions about the role, team, technology, challenges or anything else you genuinely want to understand. Our process may include both online interviews via Microsoft Teams and an onsite interview, giving you the opportunity to meet people you could be working with and experience BlueHeart Energy firsthand. Prepare well, but don’t rehearse a version of yourself, we want to meet you.
Other positions
We are currently looking for multiple positions across our office. Check out all open positions.
Get in touch
Email: Talent@blueheartenergy.com
Address: Rijksstraatweg 27, 1969LB, Heemskerk NL
