Electrical Project Engineer III
Position Summary
The Electrical Project Engineer III supports the design, development, documentation, and implementation of electrical systems for automated material handling, baggage handling, and industrial automation projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and project leadership, the EPE II assists in the creation of electrical engineering deliverables while developing technical competency in electrical design, power distribution, networking, safety systems, and project execution. The EPE II contributes to project success through accurate deliverables, proactive learning, collaboration, and adherence to engineering standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Electrical Design Support
- Assist in the development of electrical system architectures.
- Support power distribution and electrical equipment designs.
- Create and update electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Generate power calculations and electrical load information.
- Assist in developing electrical layouts and safety-related drawings.
- Participate in design reviews and technical discussions.
Documentation and Deliverables
- Produce electrical drawings using company standards and templates.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation packages.
- Generate and maintain I/O lists.
- Assist with cabinet specifications and material specifications.
- Support preparation of field wiring specifications and installation documentation.
- Update as-built drawings and project records.
Equipment and Materials
- Assist with selection of electrical components and devices.
- Support creation of cabinet designs and electrical bills of material.
- Participate in technical reviews of supplier information and electrical submittals.
- Support development of project-specific electrical solutions.
Project Support
- Complete assigned engineering tasks in accordance with project schedules.
- Support project teams by providing accurate and timely deliverables.
- Participate in engineering coordination meetings and project update sessions.
- Collaborate with Controls Project Engineers (CPEs), Mechanical Project Engineers (MPEs), Layout Engineers (LEs), and Project Leaders.
Learning and Development
- Complete assigned onboarding and technical training programs.
- Develop proficiency in Vanderlande engineering tools and ways of working.
- Gain knowledge of electrical design, network design, safety systems, and site support activities.
- Learn project execution processes from design through commissioning.
Qualifications
Education
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
Preferred:
- Co-op, internship, or project experience in industrial automation, controls, manufacturing, material handling, or power systems.
Experience
- 0–2 years of engineering experience.
- Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Internship, co-op, or university project experience may be considered in lieu of professional experience.
Technical Skills
Working knowledge of:
- Electrical fundamentals
- Industrial control systems
- Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
- Microsoft Office applications
Ability to learn:
- EPLAN
- AutoCAD
- ACC / Forma
- Navisworks
- Smartsheet
- Vanderlande engineering tools
Core Competencies
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
- Strong attention to detail.
- Desire to learn and develop technical expertise.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Teamwork and collaboration.
- Accountability and ownership of assigned work.
- Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and processes.
- Proactiveness
Performance Expectations
Performance will be measured through:
- Accuracy and quality of engineering deliverables.
- Timely completion of assigned work.
- Compliance with company standards and engineering processes.
- Participation in training and professional development.
- Effective collaboration with project teams.
- Growth in technical competency and independence.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, Mechatronics Engineering, Automation Engineering, or related technical discipline.
- 0-2 years of engineering experience (recent graduates encouraged).
- Internship, co-op, or university project experience in industrial automation, controls, manufacturing, material handling, or power systems (may be considered in lieu of professional experience).
- Working knowledge of electrical fundamentals.
- Working knowledge of industrial control systems.
- Working knowledge of electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability and willingness to learn EPLAN.
- Ability and willingness to learn AutoCAD.
- Ability and willingness to learn ACC / Forma.
- Ability and willingness to learn Navisworks.
- Ability and willingness to learn Smartsheet.
- Ability and willingness to learn Vanderlande engineering tools.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, effective written and verbal communication, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and proactiveness.
Vanderlande Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Vanderlande and has not been reviewed or approved by Vanderlande.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive, with day‑one eligibility in many U.S. roles and employer‑paid protections that reduce out‑of‑pocket exposure. Feedback suggests medical, dental, and vision are a clear strength.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting in the U.S. Feedback suggests this forms a solid pillar of the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays are characterized as generous relative to peers. Compressed workweek options in some roles further support time away and recovery.
Vanderlande Insights
What We Do
Vanderlande is the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports. The company is also a leading supplier of process automation solutions for warehouses and in the parcel market. Vanderlande’s baggage handling systems are capable of moving over 4 billion pieces of baggage around the world per year. Its systems are active in more than 600 airports including 12 of the world’s top 20. More than 52 million parcels are sorted by its systems every day, which have been installed for the world’s leading parcel companies. In addition, many of the largest global e-commerce players and retailers have confidence in Vanderlande’s efficient and reliable solutions. The company focuses on the optimisation of its customers’ business processes and competitive positions. Through close cooperation, it strives for the improvement of their operational activities and the expansion of their logistical achievements. Vanderlande’s extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software and life-cycle services – results in the realisation of fast, reliable and efficient automation technology. Established in 1949, Vanderlande has more than 7,500 employees, all committed to moving its customers’ businesses forward at diverse locations on every continent. With a consistently increasing turnover of 1.8 billion euros, it has established a global reputation over the past seven decades as a highly reliable partner for future-proof logistic process automation. Vanderlande was acquired in 2017 by Toyota Industries Corporation, which will help it to continue its sustainable profitable growth. The two companies have a strong strategic match, and the synergies include cross-selling, product innovations, and research and development.
