ECN

Plaats hoofdkantoor: Petten
Aantal werknemers in Nederland: 600
Aantal werknemers wereldwijd: -
Totale omzet in Nederland: -
Totale omzet wereldwijd:
Aantal stageplaatsen voor academici beschikbaar: 100
Aanname aantal academici per jaar:
Verhouding man/vrouw: 77/23
Dresscode: informeel
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Website: www.ecn.nl
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How can we provide the world with sustainable energy? The Energy research Centre of the Netherlands (ECN) continuously works on addressing this challenge. ECN develops knowledge and technology with and for the market that enable a transition to a sustainable energy system. We are successful in our efforts, as w
e prove to be an attractive partner for the industry, universities and research institutes in the Netherlands, Europe and worldwide.

The greatest challenge of today is to solve the energy problems of tomorrow
ECN is the largest research centre in the Netherlands in the field of renewable energy. Our researchers move between fundamental research application of knowledge and implementing technologies in practice. Our work has a huge impact on daily life. For example, modern wind turbines produce energy at sea and highly efficient solar cells and panels are produced all over the world, using technology developed by ECN. We focus on the following core activities: solar energy, wind energy, biomass, environmental research, sustainable heat and processing technology, and policy studies. With these activities, we fulfill an important function for today’s and tomorrow’s society.


Your career
Energy innovation is mental work. The true capital of ECN lies inside the minds of our employees. We are very interested in candidates with up-to-date knowledge at a higher vocational (HBO) or academic (WO) level, for example in the fields of applied physics, mechanical engineering, chemistry, chemical technology, aeronautics and aerospace, materials science, electrical engineering or mathematics, but also economics, business administration and social sciences. We are also interested in more experienced knowledge professionals.


As an ECN employee you are our most important asset. People with the latest scientific and technical knowledge will find an inspiring work environment at ECN. We offer you various career opportunities. If you would like to work on solutions for the future, then put your energy to good use at ECN where you are sure to find an inspiring and dynamic work environment. Challenging work is awaiting you.