Electrical R&D Engineer

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; Veghel; Hybrid; EUR 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid workplace

Health & Wellbeing budget

Commuting allowance

Pension scheme

Training facilities

Company restaurant

Job summary

Vanderlande Industries GmbH is hiring an Electrical R&D Engineer to own the design, integration, and industrialization of high-performance electro-mechanical solutions. You will bridge hardware, software, and manufacturing from concept to launch.

Responsibilities include system design, cabinet architecture, integration, testing, and root-cause analyses. The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience and proficiency with EPLAN, Pro Panel, and AutoCAD, in a hybrid Netherlands-based setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing complex industrial electro-mechanical systems.
• Direct experience with major industrial control platforms (e.g., Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Schneider, SEW).
• Proficiency with EPLAN, Pro Panel (EPLAN 3D), and AutoCAD is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, Frequency Inverters, and HMIs.
• Deep understanding of industrial networks (AS-IBUS, Ethernet TCP/IP, ProfiNET, CAN bus, RS-485/Modbus).

Responsibilities

• System Design: Develop electro-mechanical modules, UL/CE rated cabinets, field wiring, 2D schematics, and 3D wire harnesses.
• Cabinet Architecture: Build enclosures for PLC-controlled systems, managing power distribution, motor protection, and industrial networking.
• Disciplinary Integration: Fuse hardware, software, controls, and mechanical components into robust system architectures.
• Testing & Validation: Define and execute functional, reliability, and acceptance testing strategies.
• Root Cause Analysis: Lead technical investigations, failure analyses, and drive preventive engineering actions.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all designs meet functional safety principles, CE/UL standards, and Machine Directives (EN/ISO).
• Vendor & Lifecycle Support: Collaborate with suppliers on outsourced developments and support manufacturing readiness.
• Travel: Travel occasionally to manufacturing facilities and project sites to evaluate processes and design improvements.

Skills

5+ years exp

Electrical Mechatronics

PLCs & HMIs

Functional Safety

Education

BSc/MSc in Mechatronics

Tools

EPLAN

Pro Panel (EPLAN 3D)

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a skilledElectrical R&D Engineerto own the design, integration, and industrialization of high-performance electro-mechanical solutions. In this role, you will act as the vital bridge between hardware, software, and manufacturing, translating complex system requirements into reliable, cost-effective products from concept to launch

What will you do?

• System Design:Develop electro-mechanical modules, UL/CE rated cabinets, field wiring, 2D schematics, and 3D wire harnesses.
• Cabinet Architecture:Build enclosures for PLC-controlled systems, managing power distribution, motor protection, and industrial networking.
• Disciplinary Integration:Fuse hardware, software, controls, and mechanical components into robust system architectures.
• Testing & Validation:Define and execute functional, reliability, and acceptance testing strategies.
• Root Cause Analysis:Lead technical investigations, failure analyses, and drive preventive engineering actions.
• Compliance & Safety:Ensure all designs meet functional safety principles, CE/UL standards, and Machine Directives (EN/ISO).
• Vendor & Lifecycle Support:Collaborate with suppliers on outsourced developments and support manufacturing readiness.
• Travel:Travel occasionally to manufacturing facilities and project sites to evaluate processes and design improvements.

What do we ask from you?

• Education:Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, ora relateddiscipline.
• Experience:5+ years of hands-on experience developing complex industrial electro-mechanical systems.
• Hardware Platforms:Direct experience with major industrial control platforms (e.g., A-B/Rockwell, Siemens, Schneider, SEW).
• Tech Stack:ProficiencywithEPlan,Pro Panel (EPLAN 3D), andAutoCADis highly preferred.
• Core Components:Strong knowledge and experience with PLCs, Frequency Inverters, and HMIs.
• Protocols:Expert grasp of industrial networks (AS-ibus, Ethernet TCP/IP,ProfiNET, CAN bus, RS-485/Modbus).
• For this role, you must be based in the Netherlands and must possess legal authorization to work in the Netherlands at the time of applying. Non fulfillment of this criteria can be reason for non-selection further.

Who are you?

• Self-Starter:A proactive engineer who loves to take initiative, innovate, and drive results.
• Analytical Thinker:A natural problem-solver witha strongattention to detail and sharp troubleshooting skills.
• Organized Communicator:A structured professional with great project management and interpersonal skills.
• Team Player:An adaptable collaborator who thrives inside fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering teams

What we offer

In this challenging and responsible position, you willhave the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to ourdedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development. By joiningour profitable and growing companyyou willbe able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 4300 to € 5900gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixedsalaryyou’llreceive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Background screening

For this position it is possible that a background screening will be conducted. This screening can include checks such as verification of identity, qualifications or other relevant records, which may include criminal background or sanctions list checks, in accordance with our internal policies and applicable laws. Any job offer may be extended under the condition that the screening does not give reason to reconsider the hiring decision. Candidates will always be informed about the process and their rights before any screening is initiated.