Vehicle Systems & Test Engineering Intern (all genders)

TIER-Dott is the European champion of shared micro-mobility. Created through the merger of operators TIER and Dott in March 2024, the company decided to move forward under the name of Dott and integrated all vehicles into the Dott app. With the mission to change mobility for good, the team is led by CEO Henri Moissinac and President Maxim Romain. TIER-Dott facilitates sustainable travel, reduces congestion and pollution in cities, and decreases reliance on cars. With more than 250,000 shared vehicles in more than 400 cities across 21 countries in Europe and the Middle East, the 10 million users have generated over 400 million rides so far.

This internship is for a duration of 6 months, starting as soon as possible in 2025. You will gain hands-on experience in electrical engineering, software engineering & big-data while working in a dynamic and international team.

GET AN IMPRESSION OF THE TEAM

Our Vehicle Product team is dedicated to keeping our vehicles running smoothly and ensuring a good user experience whilst maintaining the quality and safety of our fleet. We also work on optimising our vehicles and processes using the large amount of data available to us.

THE ROLE AND YOUR IMPACT

Add automated throttle-control to an existing dynamometer

• Design a system to control the test-scooter’s throttle
• Mount, program and integrate the system on the existing dynamometer

Add capability for dynamic load profiles to an existing dynamometer

• Adjust the software so that the load can be made to follow a predefined profile
• Predefined profiles may incorporate torque, speed and power control

Design load profiles that match real-life data

• Analyse fleet data to create load profiles that accurately reflect average in-market rides
• These load profiles may be for specific cities/markets or an average for all users

YOU’LL FIT GREAT WITH THESE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree (second or third year) in a technical field such as Electrical Engineering, Automotive Technology, or a related discipline.
• Workshop or hands-on experience, gained through a hobby or professional background is required.

Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to program in C.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, hands-on setting.
• Knowledge of SQL is a plus.
• Affinity with bikes, scooters, or light electric vehicles (LEVs) is a plus.

Language & Location:

• Business fluent in English (Dutch or other languages are a plus).
• Based in Amsterdam, Netherlands (100% on-site internship, 40 hours per week).

University Approval and Visa Requirements:

• The internship must be approved by your university.
• You must be able to attend the internship without problems or delays with visas.

THIS MAY INSPIRE YOU

• 💶 Monthly internship fee: €600
• 👨‍💻 Gain cross-functional experience, collaborating with multiple teams.
• 🏙️ Work in a fun office environment in Houthavens Amsterdam with a great view on ‘t Ij.
• 🌍 Be part of an international & diverse team in a growing industry.
• 🍽️ Our weekly free company lunch on Tuesdays.
• 🛴 Our rides program with availability to opt in and opt out to ride our e-scooters & e-bikes.
• 🚀 Our company onboarding.
• 😇 Our voluntary day off for charity work.

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