Senior Electrical Project Engineer

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.

9-13 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.