Job Title Senior Sales Layout Engineer Job Description Sales Layout Engineer Reports to: Sales Engineering Manager As a Sales Layout Engineer at Vanderlande, you will play a critical role in developing system layouts for complex BHS and parcel solutions projects. Working closely with the sales and engineering teams, you will ensure that system designs are optimized for safety, efficiency, and functionality. Your expertise will contribute directly to successful sales proposals and the delivery of high-quality solutions for airports and parcel hubs globally. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to define and optimize system designs for BHS and parcel handling systems, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and technical specifications. Develop 3D conveyor models based on functional designs, incorporating input from Mechanical, Controls, and Electrical Engineering teams. Analyze layout options and identify opportunities for improvement related to safety, accessibility, and operational efficiency. Create detailed models of system components, including mechanical and electrical elements, ensuring that designs meet Vanderlande’s high standards for quality and performance. Coordinate with other teams to manage building interfaces and incorporate survey data into system designs, ensuring seamless integration with the overall project. Lead a team of layout engineers, if applicable, ensuring that project deliverables are completed on time and to the required standards. Support continuous improvement initiatives by sharing knowledge and lessons learned from completed projects and contributing to the refinement of design processes and tools. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field. Advanced proficiency in 3D modeling and CAD software (e.g., ACAD, Navisworks). Strong understanding of material handling systems, particularly in BHS and parcel handling solutions. Knowledge of mechanical and electrical installations, as well as safety regulations relevant to system layouts. Willingness to travel internationally for project assignments and\or training. Key Competencies: Excellent written and verbal communication in Japanese, with teamwork skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical and design skills, with the ability to optimize layouts for operational efficiency and safety. Excellent communication and teamwork skills, working effectively with cross-functional teams. Leadership abilities, with a focus on guiding layout engineers to deliver high-quality project outcomes. A proactive approach to continuous improvement, ensuring the highest standards of system design and performance. Design solutions that meet customer expectations and operational requirements. Analyze system layouts to optimize safety, efficiency, and accessibility. Ensure precision in layout designs and technical documentation. Introduce new layout ideas that improve system performance and safety. 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.