Vanderlande is seeking a highly motivated and inquisitive Mechanical Project Engineer Intern to join our North American Warehouse Solutions Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven student to gain valuable real-world experience in a dynamic and challenging environment.
About Vanderlande:Vanderlande is a global leader in the material handling and logistics automation industry, designing and implementing innovative solutions for airports, warehouses, and distribution centers worldwide.
About the Internship:As a Mechanical Project Engineer Intern, you will work closely with experienced engineers on a variety of exciting projects. You will have the opportunity to learn about the design, development, and implementation of complex material handling systems. This internship will provide you with valuable hands-on experience in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:CAD Support: Assist in the creation and modification of AutoCAD 2D drawings for approval and installation purposes.
Data Analysis: Assist with data analysis related to components, accuracy, and potential cost improvements.
Procurement Support: Collaborate with procurement teams to research and source components from third-party suppliers.
Tooling Support: Assist in resolving issues, adding, or removing items within the engineering tooling software and programs.
Tool Palette and Block Maintenance: Contribute to the development and maintenance of CAD blocks and tool palettes.
Project Assistance: Provide support to project teams on various tasks as assigned.
Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, or a related field.
Strong academic record with a focus on coursework in:
CAD Software (experience with AutoCAD is a plus)
Engineering projects in a team environment
Identifying areas of improvement and streamlining ways of working
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or other data analysis tools.
A strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a desire to learn.
Top Skills
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.
