Junior Simulation Engineer

Do you enjoy solving and optimizing logistic puzzles? Are you a communicative analyst who wants to develop your technical knowledge in a young and enthusiastic team?

Our drive is not to simply simulate and confirm that the system meets performance requirements. No, our drive is to always look for the better solution and to develop tools and processes to do so. What can be improved? Where are the bottlenecks? Which system parts are over-designed? How do we optimize for sustainability? Can we challenge the (internal) customer on assumptions, operation, design, process etc?

Everything supports our why: We help create the best Material Handling Solutions by solving the world’s coolest puzzles!

Your department

In the Simulation Department you will join a group of enthusiastic, highly trained young professionals. This team of simulation engineers provides support to all the market segments and the large number of different processes within the Vanderlande organization, ranging from sales to service and from project execution to technology. In the department, personal development of the simulation engineers is important to enable them to move up through the company in the course of their career.

Your position

As a Simulation Engineer, you conduct studies on the dynamic interaction in – and the logistics performance of – the complex material handling systems sold by Vanderlande. You use 3-D simulation software to analyse and solve complex logistic problems. With your analytical skills and proactive attitude, you optimize the system and identify bottlenecks prior to installation at the customer site. You develop conceptual improvements to control strategies and provide customers with tailored advice by thinking creatively when developing your simulation model. After you have gained more experience, your communication skills will enable you to act as a link between the different disciplines involved when working on larger projects.

Your profile

• A master in a relevant technical discipline like Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
• Knowledge of simulation, queuing theory, quantitative analysis techniques, logic thinking skills
• Understanding of programming and at least some experience in programming languages like Matlab, VBA, JAVA, Python, etc.
• Preferably 0-2 years relevant experience
• Excellent communication skills in both Dutch and English and a proactive attitude
• Willing to travel occasionally

What we offer

In this challenging and responsible position, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

This position offers a competitive set salary of €3674 gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

Besides a competitive salary, we offer:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory + 20 via flexible budget)
• Flexible and hybrid working (40% from home, with allowance)
• Full commuting allowance, including public transport
• Collective pension and health insurance benefits
• On-site health center with gym and physiotherapists
• Training opportunities via Vanderlande Academy
• Active employee communities and initiatives
• Excellent company restaurant and barista coffee bar