Research & Development Technician

The role

At Ore Energy, we are on a mission to fundamentally expand the amount of energy society can reliably harness and use, helping move civilization toward a more abundant energy future. We are doing this by developing long-duration, utility-scale iron-air batteries that provide safe, low-cost, multi-day energy storage for electricity grids and data centers.

We are expanding our product development team and are looking for a hands-on, practical

Research & Development Technician

to join us in Amsterdam. In this key supportive role, you will assist our scientists and engineers in day-to-day laboratory operations, experimental preparation, component testing, and workshop activities for our next-generation battery technology.

Operating directly on the lab floor, your main focus will be executing practical tasks—preparing samples, assembling prototypes, running test procedures, maintaining equipment, and keeping the lab organized. We are looking for a reliable, team-oriented technician with a strong work ethic who enjoys working with their hands and ensuring our engineering trials run smoothly and safely.

Key responsibilities

Hands-on Technical Support

Assist scientists and engineers with daily practical tasks, including sample preparation, material handling, and setting up experimental rigs.

Assembly & Prototyping

Help build, modify, and assemble battery components, prototypes, and test setups according to clear engineering instructions.

Testing & Data Logging

Carry out routine measurements, experimental runs, and technical tests following step-by-step procedures; accurately record test results and observations.

Equipment Care & Maintenance

Operate, clean, calibrate, and perform basic routine maintenance on laboratory tools, test stands, and pilot equipment.

Lab Housekeeping & Safety

Keep workbenches, testing stations, and storage areas clean, safe, and well-organized at all times in compliance with lab safety guidelines.

Inventory & Consumables

Monitor lab inventory, track chemical/material stock levels, organize samples, and notify responsible team members when supplies need reordering.

Issue Reporting

Promptly flag equipment malfunctions, process deviations, or unexpected test outcomes to supervising engineers.

General Laboratory Duties

• Support the team with routine administrative and logistical tasks within the laboratory as required.
• Your profile

Education

Minimum MBO 3/4 vocational diploma (e.g., in a technical, mechanical, electrical, or chemical direction) or equivalent vocational training. High school graduation alone is not sufficient. A Bachelor’s degree (<B.Sc>.) is a plus, but

not required

.

Experience

• 3+ years of practical experience
• working in a laboratory, workshop, technical facility, or R&D environment supporting scientists or engineers.

Practical & Mechanical Mindset

Strong hands-on inclination—comfortable using basic tools, handling hardware/materials safely, and working on physical lab setups.

Structured & Reliable

Careful and methodical in following work instructions, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Team-Oriented & Supportive

Positive attitude, eager to help, and comfortable taking direction from scientists and engineers to keep laboratory operations running effectively.

Communication

Professional English (spoken and written) to communicate clearly with our international engineering team.