Vacatures

Senior Lead Electromechanical Engineer

For an international technology organization active in advanced automation solutions, we are looking for an experienced Senior / Lead Electromechanical Engineer to support the development of next-generation sorter technology.

The focus of this assignment is the transition from traditional power rail solutions to innovative contactless power transfer technology based on Inductive Power Transfer (IPT). You will play a key role in the feasibility phase, technical concept development, supplier evaluation, and integration strategy.

As a senior technical specialist, you will combine your expertise in electromechanical engineering, system architecture, and supplier management to define a robust solution that can be integrated into existing sorter platforms with minimal modifications.

In this role, you will:

Define and refine system requirements for an IPT solution applicable to three different sorter equipment platforms; Develop system architectures and technical concepts, including assessing the impact on existing designs; Identify and define key interfaces between the IPT system, track, carriers, PLC controls, safety systems, and commissioning processes; Evaluate available technologies and suppliers based on technical capabilities, feasibility, and integration possibilities; Lead technical discussions with suppliers and support the supplier selection and RFQ process; Prepare supplier specification packages and technical documentation; Perform early-stage technical risk assessments, including FMEA and HSRA; Develop a pragmatic validation and test strategy covering concept validation, factory testing, and pilot implementation; Provide clear technical recommendations, decision support, and an implementation roadmap; Ensure smooth integration of the IPT solution into existing sorter systems while minimizing design changes.
What do we offer?
40 days of annual leave (20 statutory vacation days plus a flexible budget equivalent to 20 additional days);Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance;Hybrid working model: 40% working from home and 60% working on-site;Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of public transportation expenses;Working-from-home allowance.
Job requirements
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electromechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field;Extensive experience in electromechanical product development and system integration;Strong knowledge of system architecture, requirements engineering, and technical concept development;Experience evaluating and selecting technical solutions and suppliers;Experience with risk analysis methodologies such as FMEA and safety assessments;The ability to translate complex technical challenges into clear decisions, recommendations, and implementation plans;A proactive and self-starting mindset with strong ownership of technical project.
About the company
Our manufacturing facility in Veghel is at the heart of producing components for international projects within the Airport, Warehouse, and Parcel business segments. With more than 165 skilled professionals, we work every day on products that are deployed worldwide. Lees minder

What will you do?

Are you excited about designing, programming and testing PLC software? Ready to take your career to the next level in a dynamic, international environment? Ready to make an impact?

Your position

As Controls Project Engineer you design and program PLC controls for our material handling systems at our office in Veghel, meeting high quality demands on a project basis. During the engineering phase you work closely together with a multidisciplinary project team to deliver a Functional Specification. After that, you are responsible for the detailed design, programming, and testing of the PLC software.

When the engineering phase is finished, you travel to the customer site to perform the commissioning of the conveyor system. The customer site can be anywhere in the world. During this commissioning phase you carry out functional testing of the PLC hardware and software. You are also responsible for integrating your PLC software in the overall control system and assist in the customer acceptance testing. During the execution of the project you closely monitor the available budget and the agreed schedule, and you take the appropriate actions when necessary.

What do you get in return?

In the challenging and responsible position of Controls Project Engineer you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with plenty of room for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future. This position offers a competitive salary range of €4.800,00 up to €6000,00 per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance) with a comprehensive travel allowance on top. Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.  

On top of your fixed salary you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:  

40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days)Flexible working hoursA hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office)A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar yearCommuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transportWorking from home allowanceCollective pension scheme and discount on additional health insuranceOn-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapistsAcademy and training facilities to boost your skillsA variety in Network communities and initiativesAnd a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista
What will you bring?
HBO degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Automation, Computer Science or Controls TechnologyStrong analytic skillsProactive, pragmatic and hands on attitudeDelivering feedback and best practice to improve our productsCommunicating with regular progress reportsManaging deadlines and milestonesKnowledge of and experience in PLC applications (TIA Portal)Willing to work regularly for extended periods in other countries (up to 50% of your time)Good command of the English languageGood command of the Dutch language is preferred
Company profile

Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we are seeking passionate and ambitious people, capable of making a positive impact on our key customer projects, while developing a successful and prosperous career in a challenging and rewarding international environment.

We are a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in airports, from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi; and in the parcel market, for main players such as UPS and FedEx. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology.

Acquired by Toyota Industries Corporation (TICO) in 2017, we are now part of the Toyota Automated Logistics Group (TALG) – the global partner for integrated logistic process automation – and collaborate with the other group companies under the guiding principle: for every challenge, a reliable solution.

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