Job Title
Service Support Engineer
Job Description
As a subsidiary of Toyota Industries (TICO) Vanderlande North America is enjoying rapid growth and extraordinary market demand. Vanderlande is a global market leader in material handling system manufacture design installation and service. Vanderlande systems employ the latest in robotic mechanical and software technology. Vanderlandes customers are household names in e-commerce package delivery and air transportation.
As part of the Parcel Services team it is your responsibility to work collaboratively with the Sales Managers and customers to identify and analyze any Revision Modification and Retrofit (RMR) needs. The Services Support Engineer will provide technical and project support for parcel automation customers including UPS FedEx and DHL.
This role is responsible for leading customer inquiries troubleshooting system issues and executing small retrofit or modification projects involving both PLC controls and electro-mechanical systems. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong PLC knowledge and a service-oriented mindset capable of managing technical tasks while maintaining excellent customer communication.
Responsibilities :
- Serve as primary technical point of contact for assigned parcel customers ensuring timely response and resolution to service inquiries.
- Lead Service Order retrofit or modification projects from concept to completion including scope definition design coordination and on-site implementation.
- Troubleshoot and resolve controls and mechanical system issues on installed MHS systems.
- Develop and implement PLC program modifications using Allen-Bradley or Siemens platforms.
- Coordinate with internal engineering parts and field service teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Support layout and system design activities for retrofit solutions and capacity enhancements.
- Provide technical documentation reports and updates to customers and internal stakeholders.
- Ensure all work is performed in compliance with company safety quality and performance standards.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the Parcel Services Organization.
Qualifications and Skills :
Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering; or equivalent technical experience.5 years of experience in Material Handling Systems (MHS) industrial automation or a related field.Proven experience with Allen-Bradley (RSLogix Studio 5000) and Siemens (TIA Portal Step 7) PLC systems.Working knowledge of field devices VFDs and network communication protocols (PROFINET Ethernet / IP).Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical systems within conveyor or sortation environments.Excellent communication and customer-facing skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.Ability to interpret electrical schematics mechanical drawings and layout designs.Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically for project or service support for short periods of time.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience with logistical processes and system design is preferred.Exposure to layout engineering and system design tools (AutoCAD EPLAN).Familiarity with parcel automation technologies including conveyors sorters and control systems within the UPS FedEx DHL Amazon networks.Experience supporting project managers through planning handover and execution phases.Proficiency in Spanish with the ability to communicate effectively across multilingual teams and customer groups is a plus.Physical Requirements :
Able to climb a 2-story ladderAble to walk a mile in 20 minutesAble to lift to 30 lbs. without difficultyCapable of working 10 hours standing / sitting / walking / climbing stairsMust be comfortable working in an office setting and a factory / construction environmentOther Duties :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Key Skills
MAC,Active Directory,Service Support,End user,Access Points,trouble tickets,OS,Linux,Project Management,Service Management,Service Quality,Setup,Service Desk,hardware,Software Applications
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1