Test Engineer Intern
About BlueHeart Energy
Founded in 2016, BlueHeart Energy set out to solve one of the biggest challenges in energy: creating heating and cooling systems that are efficient, affordable, and sustainable.
After nearly a decade of research and development, we introduced the BlueHeart engine: a breakthrough thermoacoustic technology designed to deliver high performance with minimal energy use and zero carbon emissions across residential and industrial applications. Our work is driven by innovation, precision engineering, and a commitment to redefining heating and cooling for a sustainable world.
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.
Please note: To be eligible for this internship, you must be currently enrolled at a university in the Netherlands and remain enrolled as a student until at least February 2027 .
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 .