STEM Graduates

Job Description

Reports to: Project Manager Engineering

Location: London – Heathrow

Introduction

Vanderlande is a market-leading global partner for future-proof logistic process automation in the Airports and Distribution 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. We focus on the optimization of our customers’ business processes and competitiveness. Through close cooperation, we strive to improve our customers’ operations and the expansion of their logistical capabilities. Owned by Toyota, we are a Dutch multinational, headquartered in Veghel, the Netherlands, with offices globally.

We are currently recruiting STEM-oriented graduates recently graduated or expecting to graduate in 2026 to work within our Engineering Design, IT, and Systems Integration teams based at our offices near London Heathrow Airport. Our graduates will gain exposure to the entire lifecycle of project delivery with the opportunity to join a wide range of projects across the Airports sector.

We’re looking for individuals who are flexible, driven, and not afraid to continue their learning experience; whilst keen to bring value to our customers and our business. In return, this program will fast-track you in your engineering career, with a drive towards chartered status with one of the professional institutions. Opportunities exist in Mechanical, Electrical, Control Systems, SCADA, Systems Integration, and IT systems design and delivery, where you’ll get involved in all aspects of project engineering delivery; from supporting in the sales phase to detailed design and onto installation, commissioning, integration, and transition to the customer’s operations and maintenance teams. This will entail working closely as a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, project managers, planners, and construction specialists to deliver excellence for our customers.

Throughout the graduate program, you will be supported by a dedicated mentor to build your professional development plan and pathway to professional accreditation, as well as an engineering buddy to support with the hands-on technical elements and help develop your network. There will also be your cohort of graduates to call on to share experiences and develop together.

Role Responsibilities

You will gain exposure to a wide range of projects that could include:

• Hands-on engineering design and development using software tools.
• Customer site surveys, investigations, and work planning.
• Set up of test environments.
• Undertaking testing and customer acceptance activities.
• Timely production of engineering deliverables (software, layouts, etc.).
• Support on-site teams.
• Attend and contribute to technical and customer meetings.
• Write well-articulated engineering reports, presentations etc.
• Contribute to strong multi-disciplinary collaborative project teams.
• Comply with Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality policies.

Role Qualification And Skills

• STEM degree with classification of 2:1 or higher (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) or equivalent.
• A logical thinker, curious & diligent.
• Enjoys working as part of a team at the project level, UK-wide and globally.
• Is self-aware, recognizing the value of lifelong learning.
• Shows openness and honesty.

What We Offer

• 28 days annual leave (excluding public holidays).
• Bupa Medical Cover.
• YuLife – Wellbeing membership with fast access to GP appointments, promotion of health and wellbeing along with daily quests to gain Yucoins that can be swapped for shopping vouchers.
• A challenging work environment with lots of opportunities for career progression.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Yellow Nest is a salary exchange scheme that reduces childcare costs for parents and employers.
• Pension with Aviva.
• Access to Achievers, an award-winning recognition platform that inspires recognition of your coworkers where points are awarded that can be exchanged for a range of goods and discounts.

Please note that UK and Ireland travel will be necessary along with a valid UK driving license. Some occasional overseas travel will be required.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. If you feel there is a barrier that potentially prevents you from applying, we are always happy to discuss or explore any reasonable adjustments that can be made to support your application.