Energy System Engineer

Permanent employee, Full-time · Rijswijk, Hybrid

About Helin
We turn industrial data into actionable insights for maritime and renewable energy customers, powering a safer, more sustainable world. Our edge intelligence platform combines AI, cybersecurity and video analytics to optimise industrial operations and accelerate the energy transition. Our core values drive everything we do: Kind and driven teamwork, Collaborative growth, Trust in progress, and Courage to innovate. We're a team of many professionals from several nationalities, working with industry giants like Microsoft, Aveva and NVIDIA.
Why this Role Matters
At Helin Data, we’re building the digital foundation for a smarter, more resilient energy system. As an Energy System Engineer, you’ll design and develop the software that powers our Helin Edge Node — the core technology enabling secure, real-time data processing at the edge of energy infrastructure. 

In this role, you’ll help shape the next generation of distributed intelligence. You’ll work on integrating industrial communication protocols, developing on-site logic for our edge platform, and ensuring smooth deployment and operation for our clients in the energy and utilities sectors. 

You’ll collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, data specialists, and project managers to turn complex technical challenges into elegant, scalable solutions. Your work will have a tangible impact on how critical energy assets are monitored, optimised, and maintained — contributing directly to the global transition toward sustainable energy systems. 

You are hands-on, love machines and solving technical problems. You can create, test, troubleshoot, and implement your solutions.
What You'll Achieve
  • Contribute our dedicated team connecting Helin’s software with hardware systems
  • Improve the performance of our clients'energy assets
  • Build and maintain real-time control logic
  • Prototype and design scalable system architectures
  • Work with Docker, Azure, and Linux to extend platform capabilities
What You Bring
  • At least 3 years of proven hands-on experience working with 
  • IOT/Embedded devices and real-time controllers such as PLCs
  • Java/Python or scripting languages (MATLAB, etc)
  • Version management and proper testing 
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and system-level thinking
  • High level of curiosity and creative thinking
Nice to Have
  • Familiarity with communication protocols such as MQTT, Modbus, OPC UA
  • Affinity with energy systems and field hardware
  • Knowledge of edge computing and industrial networking
  • Nice to have means, not strictly required—please apply even if you don't meet all items.
Additional Information
  • Location: Rijswijk, Netherlands (hybrid working, minimum 3 days office)
  • Work authorization: We welcome applications from candidates with work authorization for the Netherlands
  • Application process: Introductory call → Personal fit interview → Technical deep dive → Offer. We respond within 3 business days after each step.
  • We respect your time and provide updates at each stage.
Why Join Helin?
  • Directly impact the safety and sustainability of the global energy industry
  • Annual learning budget, competitive salary, and SARs (stock appreciation rights)
  • Hybrid working with commuting costs covered (car, bike, NS card)
  • Inclusive, international team with many nationalities
  • 24 holidays (40-hour week), free lunch at the office, and flexible remote options
Ready to unlock your potential? Apply now!  
 
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