As the Team Manager of Eco-Runner Team Delft, you will hold the ultimate responsibility for the project and the state of the team. You oversee the team by keeping an overview of the entire project, overseeing the short-term and long-term planning and maintaining close contact with every team member. You will serve as the face of Eco-Runner, representing the team at presentations and to the press. You will keep a helicopter view of every aspect of the project to ensure successful decision-making.

Your core responsibilities are to keep the team motivated and foster strong collaboration between team members and departments. This requires solid people management and problem-solving abilities.

• People management skills
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Empathy
• Ability to handle stress
• Enthusiasm
• Presentation skills

As the Project & Finance Manager you will have two primary functions within the team.

The Project Manager has the responsibility of ensuring that the car is finished in time. You will create and uphold the planning for each department and team member, setting and enforcing deadlines. It is important to keep track of both the technical and non-technical project elements, monitoring progress and intervening when necessary. The planning of the departments must be merged, adjusted and updated constantly to prevent disruptions.

As the Finance Manager you are responsible for keeping the project within budget. You will create the budget for every department and keep track of the money flow within the team. This consists of budgeting, accounting, making financial decisions and handling all orders.

Being Project & Finance Manager of Eco-Runner Team Delft offers a valuable opportunity to refine your planning and management skills, while gaining experience in the financial management of a complex and innovative project.

• Organized
• Good at keeping an overview
• Strong planning skills
• Interest in the technical side of the project
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Ability to be strict when necessary

The Chief Engineer is responsible for the car’s quality and performance. You will be involved in every technical decision and therefore have to be completely informed on the developments of the technical departments. You will oversee testing days and ensure safety of the team members.

As the Chief Engineer of Eco-Runner Team Delft you must have a broad technical understanding, working closely with the department Chiefs, who are the experts in their fields. You have to be critical regarding every design produced by the technical departments. In this role you will learn about all of the different technical aspects of building the car.

• Broad interest in technical disciplines
• Quick learning ability
• Strong basic technical knowledge (mechanical, electrical, physics, aerodynamics)
• Responsible
• Ability to be strict when necessary
• Adaptability
• Eye for detail

As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for communicating Eco-Runner’s vision and supporting the project’s non-technical aspects, which include marketing, sponsorships, events, public relations, design, and scalability. You will lead the Operations department in executing these tasks.

Your responsibilities include securing sufficient funding for the vehicle, managing partner relationships, and organizing presentations. You will also oversee press releases for major events, contribute significantly to Eco-Runner’s public presence, and handle the website and social media. Your goal is to introduce Eco-Runner Team Delft and its vision to as many people as possible. This role offers a broad learning experience across multiple disciplines that come with an innovative project like building the Eco-Runner.

• Good at keeping an overview
• Empathy
• Creative and flexible mindset
• Broad interest in disciplines like acquisition, PR, design, etc.

The Body Department designs and produces the aerodynamic shell and the load carrying structures of the car. This makes the body the base of the car; every other subsystem is attached to the body. As the Chief Body, you will lead the Body Department. As a Chief, you are expected to keep a detailed overview of your department and the production process. Therefore, you will have to coordinate your department’s progress and be updated about other departments.

As the Chief, you will also be the contact person for the Chief Engineer and the Project Manager. You have to be able to answer their questions and you must make sure that the Body Department can uphold the quality demands of the Chief Engineer and the deadlines that are set by the Project Manager. You will not only learn about designing and producing the aerodynamic shell and structure of the car, but also how to lead and coordinate a team of engineers and communicate with other departments.

• Basic knowledge of structures and composites
• Basic knowledge of aerodynamics
• Basic knowledge of Finite Element Methods (FEM)
• Responsible
• Strong communication skills

As Structures Engineer at Eco-Runner Team Delft, you will design the body of the next Eco-Runner from a structural point of view. You get to design the structural lay-out of the vehicle as well as the materials to be used. You will find the perfect balance between lowering mass while maintaining strength. This requires knowledge about structures and materials. You will ensure the structural integrity of the car’s structure by creating your own model and conducting analysis with state-of-the-art FEM software. During the process you will work closely together with companies in the field and learn from their expertise. While designing the structure you will work closely together with all the other engineering departments, as well as with the other body department members. On top of that you will be producing your own structure yourself!

• Knowledge of structures and composites
• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Basic knowledge of Finite Element Methods (FEM)

As the Aerodynamics Engineer, you are responsible for the shape of the car. You will find an optimal shape for minimizing the aerodynamic resistance and then produce it yourself! Throughout this process you will be assisted by specialist CFD companies, so you can also learn from them and gain experience in this field. Once the production phase starts, you will be working together with other engineers in the Body Department to build the outside of the car.

• Basic knowledge of aerodynamics
• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Basic knowledge of CFD analysis
• High-paced worker

The Body Production Engineer oversees the entire car production process, managing tasks such as material selection, production planning, collaborating with external companies, and securing production facilities. You will lead and ensure the successful execution of the entire production workflow. You will learn a lot about managing the production process and ensuring the feasibility or viability of the design.

• Basic knowledge of materials engineering and manufacturing processes
• Strong communication skills
• Good organizational and planning skills

The Vehicle Dynamics Department is responsible for the design, production, and testing of critical systems such as the front and rear suspension, braking system, steering system, and wheels. As Chief Vehicle Dynamics, you will lead the development of these subsystems in collaboration with the Vehicle Dynamics Engineers. During the design process, you will have the autonomy to determine your approach, enabling you to make the most effective design decisions. You will learn to balance various factors such as quality, manufacturability, weight, and cost to optimize your designs. To support this, you will take several technical courses to become proficient in machining techniques, including milling, lathing, and CNC milling. These skills will be instrumental during the production phase, as you transform your designs into reality.

In this leadership role, maintaining close communication with the Chief Engineer and Project Manager is critical. You will ensure that the Vehicle Dynamics Department operates efficiently and is well-organized, providing regular updates on progress and timelines. Collaboration with other engineering departments is important, to ensure seamless integration between subsystems.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Basic knowledge of mechanics of materials
• Practical understanding of production processes
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Responsible

As a Vehicle Dynamics Engineer at Eco-Runner Team Delft, you will contribute to the development of dynamic components for the new Eco-Runner. Working closely with the Chief Vehicle Dynamics, your responsibilities will include designing the front and rear suspension, braking system, steering system, and wheels.

You will have creative freedom during the design process, allowing you to develop efficient solutions that balance quality, manufacturability, weight, and cost considerations. During the production phase, you will personally fabricate many of your designs using the advanced machinery available in the Dream Hall. This includes using milling, lathing, and CNC equipment, for which you will receive specialized training.

REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with 3D CAD software
• Basic knowledge of mechanics of materials
• Practical understanding of production processes

The powertrain, electronics & process department is responsible for converting energy from the fuel into mechanical energy for the wheels. You will be working on the key innovative part of our car, the externally fired gas turbine. You will coordinate the design, production and testing of components such as the combustion chamber, recuperator and turbocharger for the thermodynamic cycle. Then there is also the powertrain, which consists of the generator, battery and power supply to the electric motor, which you will be responsible for, as well as the electronic systems such as the on-board computers and safety systems. 

As the Chief, you will also be the contact person for the Chief Engineer and the Project Manager. You have to be able to answer their questions and you must make sure that your department can uphold the quality demands of the Chief Engineer and the deadlines that are set by the Project Manager. You will not only learn about designing and producing the externally fired gas turbine, but also how to lead and coordinate a team of engineers and communicate with other departments.

• Basic knowledge of thermodynamics
• Basic knowledge of electronics
• Responsible
• Strong communication skills

• Basic knowledge of electronics
• Problem solving skills
• Assertive and proactive

Being the Electronics Engineer, you will be active in multiple electronics projects and need to communicate with different departments. You will be responsible for designing and testing low-voltage electronics and managing documentation for active projects. These projects include: the vehicle electric system, the emergency safety system and the sensor electronics as well as the overall wiring scheme within the car.  These systems work with microcontrollers to communicate with the other components of the car. You will participate within these projects in collaboration with the fuel cell and power electronics engineers and assist the strategy engineers with the sensor system. For this you will use design software such as Altium and LTSpice to run simulations and design PCB’s and you will create schematic drawings and produce wiring diagrams.

• Basic knowledge of circuit analysis & design
• Basic theoretical knowledge of electronics
• Basic programming skills
• Experience with microcontrollers (preferred)

As the Process Engineer, you will be responsible for the gas turbine and its components. Using your thermodynamics knowledge, you will design and develop an efficient gas turbine with support from specialized companies. You will work closely with these companies to ensure the right components are integrated into the car. Along the way, you will learn about micro gas turbine technology, which is central to Eco-Runner’s innovative vehicle.

REQUIREMENTS

• Background in thermodynamics
• Background in chemical engineering/chemistry
• Knowledge of fuels (preferred)
• Hard worker
• Creative

As PR Manager, you are responsible for the output of Eco-Runner to the world. You will work in the Operations Department to translate and share our message with as many people as possible. This includes growing the Eco-Runner socials, setting up PR campaigns, managing relationships with the media and press, and finding new ways to reach an audience. This role requires a creative thinker with strong communication skills, an interest in storytelling, and an understanding of the impact of successful PR.

• Organised and pro-active
• Creative
• Good communication skills
• Quality assurance

As Partnerships Manager, you are responsible for the acquisition efforts of Eco-Runner Team Delft. This means that you will oversee the materials, expertise and monetary income of the team. You are also expected to maintain relationships with all of our partners. Together with the other Partnerships Manager, you will be doing a lot of cold calling, holding meetings with current and potential partners, and attending events to represent Eco-Runner Team Delft to people and industry professionals. You will learn to step out of your comfort zone, get in contact with many great companies and have a key role in acquiring the necessary resources for the project.

• Social
• Flexible
• Good writing skills
• Strong communication skills
• Perseverance
• Presentation skills

As a Graphic Designer, you will design all forms of graphical communication, from merchandise to promotional content such as posters and banners. You will visualize Eco-Runner in the best way possible, catching the eye of our followers. Beside creating promotional content and merchandise (banners, T-shirts etc.), you will elevate the professional appearance of Eco-Runner to the next level, including the car wrap. The look of the new car will be designed by you!

• Creative
• Cooperative
• Skilled in the Adobe Creative Suite programs (mainly Illustrator, Photoshop, PremierePro and AfterEffects)

As the UX/UI Designer of Eco-Runner Team Delft, you will create and iterate end-to-end user experiences. You will convert complex technology into an understandable and visualized story. During the year, you will translate the project into style guides, videos, renders, and presentations, and maintain the website. You will collaborate with the rest of the Operations Department. Since you are responsible for the way we present our project to the world, you will be involved in many different projects. Therefore, you must be a team player and have strong communication and social skills. You should also be able to translate complex concepts into understandable text and animations.

• Skilled in the Adobe Creative Suite programs (mainly Illustrator, Photoshop, PremierePro and AfterEffects)
• Skilled in Microsoft PowerPoint
• Skilled in WordPress (basic CSS/JavaScript skills are a plus)
• Experience with rendering programs (e.g. Blender) (preferred)

As the Events Manager, you are responsible for communicating the vision and technical project of Eco-Runner Team Delft through events. You will work with all departments to create a cohesive story about Eco-Runner. Think of the Design Presentation and Car Reveal, but also smaller internal and external events like congresses, stunts, and school workshops. You have the freedom to determine what will work best for impactful promotion. An Events Manager should possess strong organizational skills, be able to handle pressure, have excellent communication skills, and maintain a problem-solving mindset. You will learn to think outside the box, plan large events, and work flexibly and efficiently.

• Good time management
• Creative
• Strong communication skills
• Flexible

As the Scalability Manager of Eco-Runner Team Delft, your goal is to showcase the power of sustainable fuels and the impact of our project to the world. You will educate a large audience about sustainable mobility and its possibilities. In short, you represent the team as a sustainability expert, demonstrating the social relevance of our work. The role is diverse and flexible; for example, you will host our podcast, The Eco-Rumour, and organize school tours. Your mission is to inspire and educate people about sustainable mobility while forming a vision for our perfect sustainable future.

• Creative
• Eager to learn
• Strong communication skills