Tijn K.

Tijn K. has a range of work experience, starting with their current position as a Mechanical Engineer at RIFT, a company specializing in renewable iron fuel technology. In this role, Tijn is involved in the development of cost-effective energy systems that provide reliable and renewable heat supply throughout the year.

Prior to their current position, Tijn worked as an employee at Jansborg aardbeien & kersen VOF, a small-scale fruit grower. Here, they were responsible for maintaining the premises and caring for the plants and trees. Tijn gained experience operating tractors and forklifts during their time there, working on weekends and holidays with a flexible schedule.

Tijn also had experience as a student intern at Brom Mechatronica BV, where they gained valuable industry experience. Additionally, they worked as a vacation employee at IPS Technology in two separate summer periods, where they provided support to the purchasing team. Tijn took on various roles within this department, from processing orders and ordering parts to assembling parts and managing the expedition.

Overall, Tijn K. has a diverse background in engineering, agriculture, and manufacturing, showcasing their versatility and adaptability in different work environments.

Tijn K. began their education in 2012 at HAVO - Pleincollege Sint-Joris, where they studied Natuur en techniek / natuur en gezondheid until 2017. Tijn then enrolled at Fontys University of Applied Sciences in 2017 and completed their HBO degree in Mechatronica / Robotica / Industriële automatisering in 2018. Tijn continued their education at Fontys University of Applied Sciences and pursued a Bachelor of Engineering - BE in werktuigbouwkunde from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, in 2022, they also completed a minor in Engineering with a focus on Be-Creative.