Mechanical R&D Engineer

Job Title

Mechanical R&D Engineer

Job Description
Position Summary

The R&D Mechanical 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 R&D Mechanical Engineer is largely focused on mechanical design, but is also engaged in aspects of electrical, controls, and electromechanical 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

• Concepting of mechanical parts and assemblies as components of systems greater than the sum of their parts
• Detailed design of mechanical parts and assemblies including application of industry and safety standards
• Employing rapid prototyping techniques to produce functional parts
• Installation/assembly of test modules & systems
• Development of testing criteria and validation of parts/systems
• Occasional presence on site for support of new product pilots
• Utilization of AI tools to improve productivity
• A willingness to understand and plan for system level interactions

Basic Qualifications/Areas Of Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 3 years of relevant experience
• Solidworks CAD (Solid/Sheet Modeling & Static Simulation)
• Enovia or similar PLM Software
• ASME Y14.5/ISO 1101
• General understanding of control systems, actuators, and sensors
• JIRA or other project management tools
• Ability to work in a multinational development environment
• Ability to work with supply chain representatives on reaching cost & supply targets

Preferred Qualifications/Areas Of Knowledge

• Familiarity with Parcel and Airports Logistics
• ISO 2553/AWS D2.4
• ASME/EN/DIN Component Standards & Directives
• CE/UL Standards
• OSHA/ANSI/AISC standards
• DfM/DfA Principles
• Manufacturing Processes & Tooling
• Hands-on Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Machine Design/Mechanical Power Transmission Background
• Sustainability Principles (Mono materials, recyclability, remanufacturing)
• Willingness to comply with internal Vanderlande manufacturing & drawing standards
• Fundamental understanding of Electrical Principles

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.