Engineer Irrigation Systems

About the job

Van der Hoeven Horticultural Projects, the future of horticulture technology. The world is realizing that we need to preserve our planet and that it requires a much more sustainable approach on agriculture. 
Also, the world deserves access to healthy food. Therefore, we design, build and operate tailor made horticultural solutions for our customers, with a reduced footprint in natural resources, water, CO2 and pesticides. We continuously invest in R&D to strengthen our propositions towards our customers. This vision allows us to operate our business successfully for a better future.

As a Cost Engineer Irrigation Systems, you are the driving force behind the innovative irrigation systems in our greenhouses. You are responsible for making design drawings, performing cost price calculations and preparing quotations. 
With your expertise, you apply various irrigation techniques to create an optimally functioning system, regardless of the climatic conditions. Together with our team of designers in the field of greenhouse, climate and 
electrical installations, and in collaboration with sales managers, you will provide a complete turnkey quote. 
You play an important role in the tender process and draw up accurate contracts, and after the sale, you ensure a smooth handover to the Engineering and Projects department.

What will you do?

• Designing drawings for water installations.

• Calculating water needs and irrigation schedules.

• Performing construction calculations.

• Requesting quotations from suppliers.

• Making detailed cost calculations and quotations.

• Compiling a complete turn-key quotation by aligning prices and quotations from suppliers and internal departments.

• Translating innovative ideas from our R&D department into practical and feasible designs.

• Consulting with customers, suppliers, and colleagues to achieve project goals

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What will you do?

• Designing drawings for water installations.

• Calculating water needs and irrigation schedules.

• Performing construction calculations.

• Requesting quotations from suppliers.

• Making detailed cost calculations and quotations.

• Compiling a complete turn-key quotation by aligning prices and quotations from suppliers and internal departments.

• Translating innovative ideas from our R&D department into practical and feasible designs.

• Consulting with customers, suppliers, and colleagues to achieve project goals

What's in it for you

At Van der Hoeven, we believe in teamwork and support. We help each other in our work and share our experiences to achieve success together. To ensure the future of our employees, we have developed the VDH Academy. This internal platform promotes knowledge sharing and provides opportunities for professional growth. We like to invest in the development of our employees. At Van der Hoeven, fun is also an important part of our team spirit. Our staff association organizes various activities throughout the year, such as fun office drinks, barbecues and family events during the holidays. Our office is also equipped with areas where you can relax and play games. At Van der Hoeven we value a positive work environment where we grow, learn and enjoy together.

• A challenging role with room for input in an innovative organisation

• Hybrid work opportunities

• A collegial and professional working environment with short communication lines

• Competitive salary

• 8% holiday pay

• Profit-sharing scheme

• 25 annual holidays and 7 adv days

Interested?

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