Forward Deployed Engineer (Rotterdam) Professional Services Rotterdam Apply Now

Most engineers spend their careers inside one organization, one domain, one way of doing things. As a Forward Deployed Engineer at VIKTOR, you operate differently. You are deployed directly into the engineering environment of our clients — embedded in their workflows, sitting with their teams, understanding their problems from the inside. Not as an outsider handing over a solution, but as a technically sharp engineer who earns trust by genuinely understanding the work. You have a few years of engineering experience and you have started to notice something: the most interesting problems are not always technical. They are organizational, workflow-related, and systemic. Engineers are doing brilliant work, but much of it is slow, manual, disconnected, and impossible to scale. You want to help fix that. And you want to help build the platform that makes it possible at scale. At VIKTOR, you are the link between the engineering world and the product that is transforming it. The relationships you build, the problems you dig into, and the patterns you recognize in the field flow directly back into how VIKTOR develops, shaping the platform used by thousands of engineers worldwide.

** Implementation engineering** You build AI-powered engineering applications for and together with clients. Using your engineering background and Python skills, you translate domain expertise, calculations, models, documents, simulations, and workflows into scalable VIKTOR applications. You do not just ask what needs to be built — you understand the engineering process, challenge assumptions, and figure out where AI or automation creates real impact. You co-develop with client teams, write Python, connect engineering tools, structure workflows, integrate AI capabilities, and train engineers so they can build and improve applications themselves. Deep client engagement You get close to the actual engineering work. You understand client workflows from the inside — not just what they tell you in a kick-off meeting, but what is really slowing them down, where knowledge is getting lost, and where today's tools fall short. You advise clients on complex, non-standard engineering challenges. You help them use VIKTOR to automate processes, apply AI safely, scale internal knowledge, and make applications a natural part of daily engineering work. You also join sales conversations to talk engineering — showing what is possible and translating real problems into platform opportunities. Spotting opportunities Because you are embedded close to the work, you see things that others miss. New use cases, underserved teams, strategic opportunities where AI and automation could unlock real value. You build long-term relationships at client organisations — relationships where you are seen as a trusted partner, not a vendor — and you actively use those relationships to expand VIKTOR's impact and identify new projects. Product feedback This is what makes this role genuinely different. Your time in the field gives you a perspective that almost no one else at VIKTOR has access to. You see the friction, the workarounds, the unmet needs, and the moments where engineers hesitate to trust new technology. You understand which AI use cases actually matter and which ones are not ready yet. You do not keep those insights to yourself. You translate them into clear, actionable product feedback and work with the VIKTOR team to improve the platform. You help make sure VIKTOR is not just building AI features — but building the platform engineers actually need to use AI safely and effectively. Project Management & Internal Development You keep your projects running smoothly in terms of planning, scope, budget, and quality. You also invest in your own development and contribute to the knowledge and technical capability of the team. Why this role matters This is not a traditional engineering role, and it is not a traditional consultancy role either. You will not spend your career producing reports or repeating the same type of project. You will be at the frontier: helping leading engineering organizations make the shift from manual processes and isolated tools to scalable, AI-powered engineering workflows. You will work with Python, automation, AI, simulation, software integrations, and real domain knowledge, on projects like the world's longest immersed tunnel, offshore wind foundations, and major infrastructure across energy, buildings, and construction. And crucially: what you learn in the field will not stay in the field. Your insights will help shape a platform used by tens of thousands of engineers worldwide. At VIKTOR, you are close to the client, close to the product, and close to the future of engineering. If you want to use your engineering background to help the industry work smarter, faster, and with more impact, this is the role for you.

You have 2–5 years of engineering experience, so you quickly understand the world our clients operate in and earn their trust You have solid Python skills and the engineering foundation to keep growing technically You are excited by where AI and automation are taking engineering and want to help make that shift happen You are genuinely curious — you dig into problems until you find the real root cause, not just the surface symptom You connect what you learn at clients back to VIKTOR, translating field insights into clear and actionable product feedback You enjoy working with people and build long-term relationships that clients genuinely value You communicate clearly, live in the Netherlands, and speak fluent English — Dutch is strongly preferred What will you get? An inspiring work environment and an ambitious team We encourage personal development and offer opportunities to deepen or broaden yourself to grow with the company A flat organizational structure, in which taking responsibility and initiative is encouraged An international and dynamic scale up environment where you can make a lot of impact Good employment conditions, 28 vacation days, legendary team activities, gym, flexibility and a cool office with the best view of Rotterdam Why does our team like this job "As a consultant you are in contact with a lot of different people. You advise clients on how to build apps, gather product feedback during your projects or you're building a nice app yourself. These projects vary greatly in scope: one day you could be working on structural calculations for an immersed tunnel and the next day you're working on a bridge monitoring project. This versatility makes sure that you keep learning new things." Ruben Egbers Consultant What can you expect from us? Flexibility It's about what you deliver. How, when and where? That's up to you. From our inspiring office or from your well-facilitated home office. First take the children to school in the morning or do some sports in the afternoon and then get back to work full of energy. Do what works best for you. Healthy life-work balance Of course you have a very nice job at VIKTOR ;). But other things are important too, such as family, friends and hobbies. Working overtime is avoided as much as possible. With 28 days off, we hope that you have enough time to do everything you love. If 28 days are not enough because you want to make a world trip, that is possible too! Awesome team Be part of an enthusiastic and driven team. We have a lot of fun and there is a plenty of room for ideas and initiatives. The most brilliant ideas often arise during a team outing, drinks or team building day. The weekly demos give you a good idea of what other colleagues are working on and how the platform is evolving. The flat structure ensures quick communication and decision-making. Personal growth Due to the monthly 1-on-1 conversations, there is constant attention on your personal growth and wellbeing. We are happy to help you develop yourself and realize your ambitions. You are part of a growing company where you contribute to innovative developments with a major impact. If you grow, we grow. Our Five Stage Recruitment Process 1 Review Thanks for your application! We will consider your application and contact you soon. 2 Phone Call You have an interesting background! We are very curious and would like to learn more about you. 3 1st Job Interview During a first interview we really get to know each other, and of course we tell you more about our vision and ambitions. 4 Assignment We think you'll fit well with the team! Time to evaluate your (development) skills with some fun assignments. 5 2nd Job Interview Nice skills! We are happy to have a second interview where we go deeper into the content of the position. Job offer We are both excited. You will receive a job offer and hopefully we can welcome you soon! Apply for this position Don't hesitate and apply right away! In case of questions, drop us a line at [email protected] or contact HR directly via LinkedIn. Sylvain van der Meer Teamlead Consultancy Please fill out the form Name * Email * Phone number * CV or resume file * We accept .pdf, .doc, .docx files. Cover letter Submit application By clicking “Submit application”, you consent to allow VIKTOR to store and process your personal data. We are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. Privacy policy .