Test Engineer Intern
Get hands-on with innovative heat pump technology by testing, troubleshooting, and improving real laboratory systems.
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 gain hands-on experience testing innovative heat pump technologies in a real laboratory environment.
As a Test Engineering Intern, you will support the execution of tests on our different test benches and heat pump components, help troubleshoot technical issues, and contribute to improving our testing processes. This internship is ideal for someone who enjoys working with their hands, assembling equipment, operating laboratory setups, and learning how heat pump systems work.
We are particularly interested in MBO students or practical-oriented engineering students who are eager to learn, take initiative, and develop technical skills in the HVAC and heat pump domain.
What You'll Do
Support daily testing activities on heat pump systems and components
Operate and monitor laboratory test benches
Assist with assembly, instrumentation, and preparation of test setups
Troubleshoot test benches and support root cause investigations
Collect and pre-analyze test data
Help maintain test procedures and laboratory documentation
Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing methods and workflows
Work closely with the Testing, Engineering, Controls, and R&D teams
What We’re Looking For
Currently studying MBO or HBO in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, HVAC, Energy Technology, or a similar field
Basic knowledge of data analysis tools such as Excel or MATLAB
Strong hands-on mentality and interest in practical engineering work
Curious and eager to learn about heat pumps and sustainable technologies
Comfortable working in a laboratory or workshop environment
Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Good English skills (spoken and written)
Nice to Have
Interest or experience in heat pumps, refrigeration, HVAC, or energy systems
Experience with technical assembly, instrumentation, or testing activities
What We Offer
Internship allowance and travel allowance
A friendly, international work environment
Training and mentorship from experienced Test Engineers
Hands-on experience with cutting-edge heat pump technology
Access to mental health support via OpenUp
Opportunity to develop practical engineering skills in a fast-growing climate-tech company
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.
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Get in touch
Email: Talent@blueheartenergy.com
Address: Rijksstraatweg 27, 1969LB, Heemskerk NL
