Job Title

Entry Level Mechatronics Engineer

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Mechatronics Engineer is part of a multidisciplinary team who are responsible for developing and refining products and processes for use in the automated logistics industry. The Mechatronics Engineer is largely focused on electrical & electromechanical design but is also engaged in aspects of mechanical & controls design.

Vanderlande is a market-leading, global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the warehousing, airports, and parcel sectors. Our extensive portfolio of integrated solutions – innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services – results in the realization of fast, reliable, and efficient automation technology.

Vanderlande offers competitive salary, generous benefits, flexible working hours and ability to work from home (when possible), modern workspaces, amenities such as employee gym, and a genuine focus on people and culture.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Electrical Design & Analysis

• Assist in the design of control panels, cables, and control stations.
• Perform system and component-level calculations for sizing and protection (e.g., conductor sizing, voltage drop, motor starters, short circuit protection).
• Apply standard engineering methods and follow established design processes and standards.

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Develop and execute test plans, conduct risk analyses, and validate equipment functionality through hands-on testing.
• Support continuous improvement by evaluating existing design processes and implementing enhancements.

Research & Innovation

• Explore and test electromechanical technologies to support product development.
• Contribute to design guidelines and help automate repetitive CAD and design tasks.
• Utilize AI tools to improve productivity and efficiency.

Collaboration & Learning

• Engage with cross-functional teams and actively participate in knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrate willingness to learn new technologies and engineering practices.

Basic Qualifications/Areas of Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Electrical aptitude with knowledge of design practices, techniques, and codes.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Electrical or EPLAN for single and multi-line drawings.
• Understanding of controls engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word).
• Strong problem-solving skills, proactive mindset, and ability to work in a team.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications/Areas of Knowledge:

• Experience with industrial machinery and motor control theory.
• Familiarity with NFPA 70 (NEC) and UL508A standards.
• Knowledge of Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) and industrial fieldbus protocols (Ethernet/IP, Profinet, Profibus, etc.).
• Exposure to Allen Bradley PLC platforms (Siemens experience is a plus).

Not meeting every listed qualification does not disqualify you. We encourage candidates with relevant experience and interest in the role to apply.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Office-based role located in Marietta, GA. May require occasional visits to warehouse or industrial environments. May be expected to perform hands on assembly or troubleshooting of equipment which requires use of hand/power tools and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Vanderlande requires the use of PPE and adoption of internal safety guidelines to maintain a safe working environment for self and others

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Full-Time. Standard business hours with flexibility as needed for global collaboration.

Travel:

Occasional travel may be required for stakeholder meetings, site visits, or global team collaboration, up to 10%, domestic and international.

Other Duties:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.