Improving energy performance estimation of Vanderlande systems
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Improving energy performance estimation of Vanderlande systemsJob Description
Assignment type: Graduation
Start date: February 2026
Assignment duration: 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor / Master
Desired study: Electrical engineering, industrial engineering & management, applied physics, data science
Language: Dutch / English
Description of assignment
At Vanderlande, we design and deliver complex automated handling systems for global airports and parcel logistics centers. These large-scale systems consist of dynamic, interconnected components operating simultaneously under varying speeds, power needs, and utilization patterns. Currently, accurately estimating total energy consumption is challenging due to these complex operational variables. Improving energy predictions is vital for optimizing system designs, helping customers make informed purchasing decisions, and reducing emissions from sold products.
In this high-impact graduation project, you will build a data-driven predictive model to estimate system energy performance based on operational conditions and system parameters. By gathering operational datasets, analyzing key energy drivers, and validating your model against real-world measured data, you will directly help Vanderlande design more energy-efficient logistics solutions.
Department description
You will join the global Sustainability team, working directly alongside the Energy Competence team within Technology.
Our sustainability efforts touch multiple business areas, giving you the opportunity to collaborate closely with experts across R&D, Engineering, Sales, Finance, and Data Analytics.
Tasks/responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and structure datasets
- Analyze system parameters to identify primary drivers of energy consumption
- Develop a predictive energy estimation model using statistical or engineering methodologies
- Validate model outputs against real-world measured data from operational customer sites
- Deliver structured energy datasets, a validated predictive model, and strategic recommendations for implementation across business processes
Your profile
- Strong analytical capabilities and interest in energy systems, statistics, and data analysis tools
- Affinity with sustainability and energy-efficient technology solutions
- Ability to translate complex data analytics into clear, actionable insights for engineering and commercial teams
- Proactive mindset with strong communication skills in English
- *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands
What we offer
- A monthly internship allowance (based on a 40-hour work week):
Bachelor: €500 per month
Master: €550 per month - Full commuting allowance, including public transport, depending on whether you have access to free public transport or not
- On-site health center with gym
- Active employee communities and initiatives
- Excellent company restaurant and barista coffee bar
Contact
Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: [email protected].
Core Responsibilities
The intern will develop a data-driven predictive model to estimate system energy performance by analyzing operational datasets and system parameters. They will validate model outputs against real-world data and provide strategic recommendations for energy-efficient logistics solutions.
Requirements
Candidates must be enrolled in a Dutch education system, reside in the Netherlands, and be pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in fields like Electrical Engineering or Data Science. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in English, and an interest in sustainability are required.
Benefits
- Internship allowance
- Commuting allowance
- On-site health center
- Gym
- Employee communities
- Company restaurant
- Barista coffee bar
About Vanderlande
Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Vanderlande is the long-term partner of choice for the world’s leading airports and distribution operators – delivering automation solutions, operational software, and lifecycle services that drive performance, reliability, and sustainable growth. Vanderlande empowers the world’s most demanding airports and distribution operations to move faster, smarter, and more sustainably. As a trusted long-term partner, Vanderlande designs, delivers, and manages end-to-end logistics automation — combining best-in-class mechanical systems with cyber-secure operational software and data-driven services that keep mission-critical infrastructure performing at its peak. Serving the world’s top 50 airports and the largest parcel and e-commerce distribution networks globally, including partnerships with industry leaders such as UPS, DHL, FedEx, and GeoPost.Vanderlande brings unmatched operational intimacy to every engagement. Customers choose Vanderlande not only for the longevity and reliability of its solutions, but for its proven commitment to project delivery: when challenges arise, Vanderlande leans in. Founded in 1949 and part of Toyota Industries Corporation, Vanderlande combines seven decades of engineering excellence with a forward-looking approach to digital innovation and sustainability — continually reducing the energy footprint of its systems and making responsible choices across its global supply chain. With nearly 10,000 employees and revenues approaching €3 billion, Vanderlande operates across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia-Pacific, delivering solutions that move people, goods, and possibilities forward.