Environmental Research Consultant – focus on Sound & Acoustics
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Jeroen de Veth
Team Manager Data-analysis and Modelling
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Paul Janssen
Deputy Director

At Pondera we encourage equal opportunity. We welcome candidates from any background.

Acquisition in response to this advertisement is not appreciated.

Are you the passionate expert who wants to make a mark in the dynamic world of sustainable energy projects? Pondera is looking for an enthusiastic colleague with experience in or a strong affinity for environmental technical research in the field of energy transition. As a consultant, you play a key role in enabling innovative projects in sustainable energy production, energy storage, and hydrogen conversion.

Your challenge

In this role, the emphasis is on sound and acoustics, but depending on your affinity and interest, you may also be involved in various aspects such as external safety, shadow flicker, or the visual impact on the landscape. For wind energy, you analyze possibilities and advise clients on the optimal placement and execution of their projects in the surroundings. Additionally, you contribute to the development of energy storage and hydrogen.

Using advanced software programs and modeling, you map out the environmental effects in detail. You actively contribute to the further development of necessary calculation tools, visualization methods, and communication tools. As a dedicated professional, you are capable of advising clients on new policy developments and regulations.

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Colleague Pondera on wind turbine

Your role

In this dynamic position, you collaborate with colleagues from all teams, being challenged to take on a wide range of tasks. Our flat organizational structure gives you the opportunity to discover where your strengths lie and to get to know the organization from the inside. You have an eye for detail, understand technical issues, and analyse them effortlessly in a complex field of diverse interests. Your passion lies in making environmental effects understandable using computer and calculation programs, striving for continuous optimization of calculations and research possibilities. From the start of a project to execution, you stay engaged.

Pondera welcomes candidates who…

  • Have a strong affinity with sustainable energy.
  • Have successfully completed a relevant environmental or technical education.
  • Have a minimum of 3-5 years of work experience.
  • Have experience with sound calculations and/or working in sound-sensitive environments.
  • Are familiar with tools such as Excel, Geomilieu, programming language Python, GIS software, and programs like Windpro.
  • Have experience in conducting environmental research and mapping effects on the environment.
  • Have knowledge of and show interest in Environmental Law.
  • Are capable of explaining complex matters understandably to both experts and non-experts, both within and outside Pondera.
  • Want to strengthen a growing company with their entrepreneurship and expertise.
  • Can communicate effectively in both Dutch and English (German is a plus), both verbally and in writing.

What do we offer?

  • An attractive salary and favourable secondary employment conditions, including excellent work equipment, a very good pension plan, and generous travel or remote work allowance.
  • Collaboration with a driven and knowledgeable team of professionals who not only collaborate in the office but also beyond. Social activities such as drinks, dinners, and our annual winter(sports) outing are just a few examples.
  • Plenty of room for personal growth in a growing organization and market.
  • A multitude of fascinating sustainable energy projects that we are proud of.
  • A modern, architecturally designed office next to Arnhem Central Station, with a flexible approach to working on-site and from home.
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Jeroen de Veth
Team Manager Data-analysis and Modelling
Interested in this position? Get in touch!

Interested? Apply directly by sending your CV and motivation to HR@ponderaconsult.com and we will contact you shortly. If you have any questions first, please feel free to contact team leader Jeroen de Veth. 

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