Electro-Mechanical engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Hybrid work

Wellbeing budget

Commuting allowance

Home office allowance

Pension plan

On-site gym & health services

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, translating complex system requirements into reliable products from concept to launch.

We offer a competitive salary and a blend of office-based and hybrid work with opportunities for career growth and hands-on project leadership across manufacturing sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or similar.
• 5+ years designing complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Direct experience with major industrial control platforms.

Responsibilities

• Own the design, integration and industrialization of electro-mechanical solutions.
• Develop modules, cabinets, wiring diagrams and 3D harnesses.
• Integrate hardware, software and controls into robust architectures.
• Define functional, reliability and acceptance testing strategies.
• Lead root-cause analyses and preventive actions.
• Ensure CE/UL compliance and safety standards.
• Collaborate with suppliers and support manufacturing readiness.
• Travel occasionally to facilities and sites.

Skills

Mechatronics

Electrical engineering

Industrial controls

System integration

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechatronics or EE

Tools

EPLAN

Pro Panel

AutoCAD

Job description

Electro-Mechanical Engineer

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

This position offers a competitive salary range of € 4300 to € 5900 gross 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.

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.