(Senior) R&D Engineer - Drilling (m/w/d)

About Hades Hades is a modern mining company on a mission to transform how the world accesses critical resources and energy. Founded in 2025, we’re developing ultra-deep drilling technologies that push the limits of what’s possible underground. Based in Munich, we’ve raised €20M in -seed funding from leading European resilience investors including HV Capital, Headline, Project A and Visionaries Tomorrow. We’re now building a world-class team to bring this vision to life.

Why Join Hades?

At Hades, you'll be part of a high-growth, high-impact deep-tech startup making a tangible difference. Our mission is critical: to secure sovereignty for Europe through the responsible and efficient extraction of vital materials and energy. We offer:

• Impactful Work: Contribute directly to solving global challenges related to resource scarcity and energy independence.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work at the forefront of ultra-deep drilling, leveraging advanced engineering and innovative approaches.
• Growth Potential: Join a rapidly expanding company with significant opportunities for personal and professional development.
• Dynamic Environment: Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative, and entrepreneurial setting in the heart of Munich.
• Purpose-Driven Mission: Be part of a team dedicated to a sustainable and secure future for Europe.

The Role As a (Senior) R&D Engineer Drilling at Hades, you will apply the learning from your past drilling experience to conceptualize, design, engineer and implement a novel drill technology.This role is one of Hades first drilling engineer hires and will play a pivotal role in the journey of Hades - it provides the opportunity for real impact from day one. You will work closely with the technical founding team and the multidisciplinary team of engineers, geologists, and scientists to make ultra-deep drilling fast and cheap.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual who possesses:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in R&D for drilling equipment, preferably HTHP environments
• Strong understanding of novel drilling techniques and drilling equipment
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage drilling R&D projects from conception to completion
• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Willingness to reside in the greater Munich area

Why Hades? We offer

• An opportunity to make a huge impact on the future of Europe by increasing resilience and providing a path to resource and energy sovereignty
• A human-centered company culture with super nice and supportive colleagues
• A great sense of community through team events and fun in and outside the office
• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package

If you are passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and contributing to a more sustainable future, we encourage you to apply now.