Sales Layout Engineer

Job Title Sales Layout Engineer Job Description Job Description As part of the sales team, it is your responsibility as a Layout engineer to identify and analyze the customer's needs and transfer those into a successful automated or semi-automated material handling system design, which is a perfect match between the customer's business needs and Vanderlande products and capabilities. You will present this in a clear and understandable way to the customer. In order to come to the best competitive offer, you need to challenge the customer, the sales team and the internal organization. Job Requirements and Qualifications Perform system/throughput material handling calculations and choose appropriate MHE to meet system needs. Drawing up 3D models and layout drawings for complex material handling systems independently or with others. Oversee MHE layout engineering team's work and priorities, review progress and ensure work performed is done to acceptable level of detail and technical requirements Create and supervise 3D models using Vanderlande's material handling systems, 3rd party vendor equipment, and if necessary using other common and less common MHE equipment to meet the targeted system performance and client requirements. Refine the design and layout to fit space constraints and manage multiple objectives from project team and client staff to find an optimal solution balancing the conflicting needs of the multiple groups. Create and supervise the development of 3D models and layout drawings for mezzanines, operator positions, maintenance access, equipment supports and header steel that may impact the system. Coordinate with other engineering teams within VI to align on best practices, methodologies, and balancing workload with other layout engineering teams in global offices. Mentor and train junior staff in Layout Engineering best practices and principals Lead layout engineering and technical discussions with clients. Analyze and optimize system product flow to translate into suitable equipment and ensure reliable performance of material handling systems. Utilize knowledge of Vanderlande's equipment, design rules, custom blocks, software, and interaction between process phases to ensure 3D designs are properly installed in project sites. Monitor MHE design through project life cycle and implement changes made during the sales, engineering, installation, and commissioning phases to ensure best practices are captures and lessons learns are integrated in a continuous improvement framework. Act of primary liaison for layout engineering work done by the team with global and corporate peers in other sales offices, driving medium to long term process improvement in accuracy and efficiency. Look for process improvements for the layout engineering team to improve workflow, efficiency, timeliness, quality, and accuracy of deliverables to other functional areas.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum 15 years' experience working with complex automated and semi-automated MHE systems. Past experience must be in either in the design, engineering, or specification of such systems. 10+ years' experience (SE1) working on medium (>25M) to very large projects (>150M) in Engineering role. (10+ years' experience (Sr LE) Experience using 3D modeling software in a system design environment. AutoDesk (preferable) High level of skill in Navis, Revit, and BIM software. Exceptional mechanical aptitude. Ability to work in an entrepreneurial international organization, especially working within a project organization, where cooperating with others and being a team member is a natural. Willing to travel domestic and international (up to 5-15% of your time) Aspire. Grow. Achieve. Together Are you looking to develop your career and satisfy your ambitions at a company where you can aspire to new heights, enjoy personal growth and thrive on achievement? At Vanderlande, we seek passionate and ambitious people capable of making a positive impact on our key customer projects while developing a successful and prosperous career in a challenging and rewarding international environment. We are the global market leader for future-proof logistic process automation at airports - from London Heathrow to Singapore Changi - and in the parcel market for leading players such as UPS and FedEx. Furthermore, we are also a leading supplier of solutions for warehousing giants, including Walmart, which seamlessly integrate innovative systems, intelligent software, and life-cycle services. If you aspire to a position of responsibility and want to make a difference by facilitating the delivery of what matters most to consumers, passengers, and businesses, the next step on your path to global opportunities is to join Vanderlande. As part of our network and unique culture of freedom and flexibility, you will be able to express yourself and become connected to our dedicated people, building strong relationships and rising to the challenge of industry-leading projects. You will grow, take ownership and make every day better as you continue on the road to success with your spirit of adventure - and fulfill your ambitions for personal development through our Academy. Vanderlande will give you the necessary knowledge, tools, and support so that together we have the confidence and ability to exceed our customers' expectations in over 100 countries. To achieve our collective goals, you will seize the initiative and have a hands-on role working in a positive environment to deliver tangible, state-of-the-art products and improve the competitiveness of our highly visible customers. As an integral part of our team, you will have the enthusiasm and be driven to reach our destination before your next journey with Vanderlande begins… So, if you would like to join a profitable and growing company that will enable you to reach your goals and focus on your future, please get in touch with us.