Senior Electrical Project Engineer | Pune, India | Full-time
If you are passionate about electrical engineering, industrial automation, and delivering reliable electrical solutions for complex material handling systems, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
Your Role:
As an Electrical Project Engineer II, you will play a key role in the complete electrical design and execution of Vanderlande's automation projects. From power distribution and electrical component selection to control diagrams, cabling specifications, installation, and commissioning, you will ensure that electrical solutions are designed and delivered in line with project requirements, quality standards, and timelines.
You will work closely with engineers, installers, suppliers, and global project stakeholders to develop practical and efficient electrical designs using advanced CAD tools such as AutoCAD and EPLAN.
What you will do/Key Responsibilities:
Electrical Design & Engineering
Manage and execute electrical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
Develop detailed electrical designs covering power distribution, control systems, and electrical components.
Prepare detailed electrical drawings, including:
Power calculations
Cable calculations
Cable tray systems
Power distribution
Bill of Materials (BOM)
Design control diagrams using industrial communication technologies such as PROFINET and AS-i.
Specify Siemens PLC hardware and industrial communication networks including PROFIBUS, PROFINET, TCP/IP, Serial, and AS-i.
Design electrical enclosures and prepare complete manufacturing drawing packages.
Develop total cabling specifications, installation drawings, and assembly instructions.
Utilize AutoCAD and EPLAN to deliver accurate and high-quality electrical engineering documentation.
Project Execution & Technical Coordination
Coordinate electrical engineering activities from project initiation through completion.
Collaborate with other engineers and disciplines to develop and implement effective technical solutions.
Translate electrical designs into clear instructions for installers and support teams.
Coordinate with electrical cabinet suppliers and follow up on manufacturing activities, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT).
Specify and follow up on field wiring materials required at project sites.
Ensure electrical designs comply with relevant regulations, engineering standards, and project requirements.
Estimate, plan, monitor, and control the assigned electrical engineering scope.
Provide technical support and guidance to team members, installers, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
Installation & Commissioning Support
Support and supervise electro-mechanical installation activities at customer sites.
Provide technical guidance to installers during electrical installation.
Prepare and maintain commissioning checklists for complete system installation.
Support electro-mechanical commissioning, from initial connections through testing of the final I/O.
Troubleshoot electrical and controls-related issues during installation and commissioning.
Ensure that project deliverables are completed on time, within budget, and according to required quality standards.
What you bring:
B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering.
4–6 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering/project execution.
Strong hands-on experience with:
AutoCAD
EPLAN
Electrical power and control systems
Electrical cabinets
Sensors and actuators
Good knowledge of:
Siemens PLC hardware
PROFIBUS
PROFINET
TCP/IP
Serial communication
AS-i networks
Experience with:
Power calculations
Cable calculations
Cable tray design
Power distribution
BOM preparation
Electrical enclosure design
Field wiring
Cabinet supplier coordination
FAT activities
Understanding of electrical installation and electro-mechanical commissioning.
Ability to understand the complete project lifecycle and manage assigned engineering scope.
Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Strong ownership, proactive attitude, and willingness to learn.
Ability to collaborate with project counterparts and stakeholders across different countries.
Willingness to travel to project/customer sites.
Knowledge of the material handling and logistics automation domain is an added advantage.
About Vanderlande:
Vanderlande makes automated systems that handle baggage at airports and sort parcels in logistics networks around the world. At airports, our technology manages the complete bag journey—from check-in and security screening through to the reclaim belt. In parcel logistics, our systems power the networks that get packages to customers' doors.
At Vanderlande, you will find the space to aspire, to grow, and to achieve something that matters, with people who bring out the best in each other.
Website: www.vanderlande.com
What we offer:
Working at Vanderlande comes with the support and space to grow, achieve, and enjoy the journey. Here is what that looks like in practice:
Competitive Salary Package
30 days of annual leave (pro-rated from the start of the financial year), including:
22 paid leave days
8 sick/casual leave days
Applicable government holidays
Flexible and hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance
Access to Vanderlande Academy and a wide range of learning and development programs
Comprehensive medical insurance coverage, including parental coverage
Opportunities to participate in diverse Vanderlande communities, networks, and employee initiatives
Opportunity to collaborate globally with engineering and project teams
How we work
We work by three values: Every day better, We care, and Team play.
In practice, this means we drive customer success, lead with transparency, celebrate what we achieve together, and do what we say.
Ready to apply?
Are you interested in this position? Apply directly via our careers page with your CV/Resume.
Diversity & Inclusion
Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.
Skills Required
- B.E. or B.Tech degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Instrumentation Engineering
- 4–6 years of relevant electrical engineering or project execution experience
- Strong hands-on experience with AutoCAD
- Strong hands-on experience with EPLAN
- Experience with electrical power and control systems
- Experience designing electrical cabinets
- Experience with sensors and actuators
- Knowledge of Siemens PLC hardware
- Knowledge of PROFIBUS, PROFINET, TCP/IP, Serial communication, and AS-i networks
- Experience with power calculations, cable calculations, cable tray design, power distribution, and BOM preparation
- Experience with electrical enclosure design and field wiring
- Experience coordinating cabinet suppliers and supporting FAT activities
- Understanding of electrical installation and electro-mechanical commissioning
- Ability to manage assigned engineering scope across the project lifecycle
- Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills
- Willingness to travel to project and customer sites
- Knowledge of the material handling and logistics automation domain
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.
