Electro-Mechanical engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid workplace

40 vacation days

Health & Wellbeing budget

Commuting allowance

Pension scheme

On-site health centres

Vanderlande Academy

Company restaurant

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking an Electro-Mechanical 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.

You will develop modules, cabinets, wiring harnesses and 3D layouts, build enclosures for PLC-controlled systems, and lead integration, testing, and safety compliance. Hybrid work with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing complex industrial electro-mechanical systems.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering.
• Proficiency with EPlan, Pro Panel (EPLAN 3D), and AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• System Design: develop electro-mechanical modules, UL/CE rated cabinets and 3D wiring harnesses.
• Cabinet Architecture: build enclosures for PLC-controlled systems and manage power distribution.
• Disciplinary Integration: fuse hardware, software, controls, and mechanical components.
• Testing & Validation: define and execute functional, reliability, and acceptance testing strategies.
• Root Cause Analysis: lead investigations and drive preventive actions.
• Compliance & Safety: ensure designs meet CE/UL standards and Machine Directives.
• Vendor & Lifecycle Support: collaborate with suppliers and support manufacturing readiness.
• Travel: travel to facilities and project sites to evaluate processes and design improvements.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical Engineering

PLCs

Frequency Inverters

HMIs

EPlan

Pro Panel

AutoCAD

3D wiring harnesses

Industrial networks

AS-i / ProfiNET / CAN bus

Ethernet TCP/IP

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechatronics or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell Automation / Allen-Bradley

Siemens

Schneider Electric

SEW Eurodrive

EPLAN 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Electro-Mechanical Engineer to 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, or a related discipline.

• 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: Proficiency with EPlan, Pro Panel (EPLAN 3D), and AutoCAD is highly preferred.

• Core Components: Strong knowledge and experience with PLCs, Frequency Inverters, and HMIs.

• Protocols: Expert grasp of industrial networks (AS-i bus, Ethernet TCP/IP, ProfiNET, CAN bus, RS-485/Modbus).

Who are you?

• Self-Starter: A proactive engineer who loves to take initiative, innovate, and drive results.

• Analytical Thinker: A natural problem‑solver with a strong attention 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 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 a lot of scope 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 € 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 fixed salary you’ll receive 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.

Your application

• 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.
• Application acceptance timeline: In the event of receiving enough suitable applicants, this vacancy can get closed earlier than the mentioned job posting end date.
• Due to process compliance, we cannot process emailed applications. Kindly use the correct vacancy link to apply for this vacancy.

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.