Logistic Simulation Engineer (Vancouver based)
Do you enjoy solving and optimizing logistic puzzles? Are you a communicative analyst who wants to develop their technical knowledge?
Your department
In the Systems Simulation Department, you will join a group of enthusiastic, highly trained professionals. This team of simulation engineers provides support to our Airports, Parcel and Warehousing Divisions. Next to that, we support R&D in developing new concepts and algorithms. Within the department, much attention is paid to the personal development of simulation engineers to enable them to learn and develop valuable skills for their careers.
Your position
As a Logistic Simulation Engineer, you conduct studies on the dynamic interaction in - and the logistics performance of - the complex material handling systems Vanderlande delivers. You will use 3-D simulation software to analyze and solve complex logistic problems. With your analytical skills and proactive attitude, you will validate performance, optimize the system and identify bottlenecks prior to installation at the customer's site. Through creative thinking, you will develop conceptual improvements to controls strategies and provide customers with tailored advice to their specific questions. After you have gained more experience, your communication skills will enable you to act as a link between the different disciplines involved when working on larger projects.
As a simulation engineer based in our Vancouver office you will be a part of both the Sales organization in North America as well as the Simulation Department in The Netherlands.
Responsibilities
- Define requirements and specifications for simulation studies.
- Specify and develop new simulation models, control algorithms and generic modules using 3D-simulation software to analyze dynamic interactions within the material handling systems.
- Plan and perform system analysis and draw conclusions with respect to performance and compliancy with the requirements.
- Work with diverse project teams to ensure solutions reach stated performance, whilst functioning as a link between different disciplines. Pro-actively contribute to optimization of the system/solution under development.
- Report progress and results of the simulation studies to internal and external customers.
- Expand knowledge of simulation within the North American organization.
Knowledge-Skills-Abilities:
- Excellent communication skills
- Good command of the English language, both spoken and written
- Proactive attitude
- Focus on creating collaborative relationships with customers, both internal and external
- Knowledge of and affinity with programming. Experience with Automod, VBA, MATLAB, C, or Java would be an asset.
- Knowledge of quantitative analysis techniques, simulation, and flow analysis.
- Loves to solve puzzles
- Willing to travel occasionally (<10%).
Skills Required
- Excellent communication skills
- Good command of English, spoken and written
- Proactive attitude
- Ability to create collaborative relationships with internal and external customers
- Experience using 3-D simulation software to develop simulation models and analyze dynamic interactions
- Knowledge of quantitative analysis techniques, simulation, and flow analysis
- Willingness to travel occasionally (<10%)
- Knowledge of and affinity with programming (experience with Automod, VBA, MATLAB, C, or Java)
- Enjoy solving puzzles and complex logistic problems
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.
