Plant Support Engineer

Do you want to play a key role in accelerating the energy transition? RIFT is looking for a System Engineer (E&I) who can translate technical improvements into practical applications and thrives on optimizing process automation. In this role, you will support both pilot systems (Arnhem & Helmond). You will be the link between the operations team and technical support, ensuring our installations run optimally, quickly resolving any issues, and implementing innovations. You will contribute to the further development of our technology and ensure a safe, efficient, and future-proof testing environment. With your technical expertise and organizational skills, you will help achieve RIFT’s mission: commercializing Iron Fuel Technology to make a global impact.

What you do as a Plant Process Engineer

• Develop and implement technical improvements to the installation, based on test data and findings, among other methods.

• Optimise process automation and control systems.

• Install, maintain and calibrate sensors and measurement and control equipment.

• Draw up maintenance plans and procedures to ensure the installations operate as efficiently as possible.

• Maintain the list of outstanding issues for troubleshooting and improvements, prioritise actions and assign them to colleagues.

• Coordinate and manage MoC processes relating to modifications to installations and working procedures, in collaboration with the Process Development Engineer.

• You will participate in safety studies (HAZOP, LOPA, SIL) to identify and mitigate safety risks.

Why you make a difference? You...

• MBO/HBO working and thinking level in Electrical Engineering, Measurement and Control Technology or Control Engineering, preferably in the heat, energy production, (petro)chemical or similar industry.

• Knowledge of industrial automation and process installations.

• Experience with maintenance, troubleshooting and process optimisation.

• Enjoys working in a dynamic, innovative environment, with a hands-on mentality and a passion for analysing and solving problems.

• Has experience with Management of Change (MoC) processes.

• Has strong leadership skills and can prioritise under pressure.

• Is willing to work in both Arnhem and Helmond, with a focus on the Arnhem location.

Why RIFT?

RIFT is an innovative start-up working on the commercialization of Iron Fuel Technology, a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels for heat-intensive industries. In this way, we contribute to reducing global CO₂ emissions and accelerating the energy transition. Working at RIFT means being part of a dynamic, diverse, and driven team. Here, you will have the opportunity to shape the future and fully engage in challenging projects. We offer plenty of room for personal development, actively promote teamwork, and provide flexible working hours. You can find all the benefits of working at RIFT on our homepage.
Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

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