Application Solution Engineer

What will you do as an Application Solution Engineer?
Sure, fixing standard issues, handling malfunctions, and keeping things running smoothly is part of the gig—but let’s be honest, that’s just the warm-up. The real fun begins when things get complicated. You’ll be the go-to person for tackling complex technical challenges—the ones that make others scratch their heads and mumble, “Uh… who wants coffee?” But not you. Oh no. You dive into data, sift through reports (yes, some analyzing is required), and craft concrete improvement plans that actually work. Timelines, actions, budget—you own it. And once the problem is solved? You make sure we either eliminate it forever or classify it as a “special” for future reference.

These challenges can be electrical, mechanical, or software-related, but let’s be honest—software will take up most of your time. After a solid onboarding period, you’ll be the technical point of contact for our customers who deserve that extra attention. What else will I do? Glad you asked:

• Technical Support – Help install, configure, and optimize software and technical systems. In other words, make things work
• Development & Adaptation – Improve functionalities so they actually meet customer needs instead of just looking good on paper
• Problem-Solving – Whether remotely or on-site, you’ll diagnose and fix issues like the technical wizard you are
• Customer Collaboration – Translate complex tech-talk into something all humans understand (without making anyone feel dumb)
• Testing & Quality Control – Ensure everything functions as expected—because "it'll probably be fine" isn’t an option
• Training & Documentation – Teach customers how to use our applications and document processes so we don’t have to reinvent the wheel every time

What do we expect you will bring to Big Ass Battery?
At Big Ass Battery, we’re looking for someone who doesn’t just get their energy from the sun. We need someone charged up (pun intended) with positive energy—because scaling up a company is not a walk in the park. So, if you’re someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, knows how to balance big-picture innovation with hands-on solutions, isn't scared easily and enjoys having a bit of fun along the way—you’ll fit right in. Here’s what we’re looking for:

• A Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics, electrical engineering, or something similar
• A love for software—you’re fluent in C++ and embedded PLC systems (PLCNext is your jam)
• Proven experience working on hardware products with complex software features
• Pragmatism—a.k.a., you know how to build sh*t with your bare hands
• Communication skills—you can explain tech stuff to non-tech people without making them regret asking
• Leadership ability—you don’t just find problems, you get the engineering team to actually fix them
• Familiarity with high-voltage DC systems (think 1000V DC, 360 kW AC/DC output—not your average phone charger)
• A driver’s license (B) and the willingness to visit client sites when needed
• Knowledge (or a burning desire to learn) NEN1010/NEN3140 and/or VOL VCA
• Fluent in English (Dutch is a big plus)

What do we have to offer you? 
In addition to a lot of energy and ambition, we offer a job with room for personal input, new ideas, initiatives and entrepreneurship. Because in a fast-growing company you can really make a difference!  

• A competitive salary and on top of that we offer a 13th month
• We follow the Collective Labor Agreement for "Technisch Installatiebedrijf", so you are assured of fair conditions and a good pension scheme
• A telephone and laptop (suitable for two screens) for all your work-related "juggling of balls"
• 25 vacation days to park yourself in the sun or on a snowy mountaintop, and another 13 ADV days to invest in whatever you want, enough time to recharge and occasionally balance your personal battery  
• Passionate, energetic colleagues who collaborate as one Bad Ass team and who know how to party!

PLEASE NOTE; we are not a recognized sponsor so we are not able to hire outside of the EU for this specific position. If you don't have a European passport which enables you to work in the Netherlands we advise you to apply at a company that is a recognized sponsor, you can find this regulation at www.ind.nl.

PLEASE NOTE #2: Attention all secondment and/or recruitment agencies; we handle recruitment in-house. When we need help, we reach out to our partners who have already been selected. We consider introduced candidates without a signed assignment from Big Ass Battery as an open application. We can approach these candidates directly without the intervention of external parties and there is no payment obligation in any shape or form.