IT Project Engineer

Position Overview

As an IT Project Engineer, you will play a key role in delivering, commissioning, and supporting the IT infrastructure behind Vanderlande's automated material handling systems across the APAC region.

This position combines technical expertise with customer-facing responsibilities. You will design, implement, troubleshoot, and maintain critical IT infrastructure components including networks, servers, virtualization platforms, operating systems, middleware, and cybersecurity solutions. Working alongside international specialists, project teams, and local subcontractors, you will ensure the successful delivery and operation of complex airport and parcel automation systems.

This role offers excellent opportunities for professional growth within a global organization and exposure to cutting-edge technologies in airport and logistics automation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support IT infrastructure solutions for airport and parcel automation projects.

• Serve as a primary technical point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders.

• Analyze technical issues, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions.

• Translate customer requirements into robust and scalable IT solutions.

• Execute infrastructure deployments and system integrations following established project methodologies.

• Provide expert troubleshooting support to minimize operational downtime.

• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity standards, policies, and best practices.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, customers, and subcontractors.

• Monitor system performance and proactively identify improvement opportunities.

• Support commissioning activities and operational handover of complex automation systems.

• Participate in on-call and standby support rotations for operational sites when required.   

Department Overview

• The APAC Project Integration Department is part of Vanderlande's Airport & Parcel Solutions business unit. The team is responsible for the design, testing, integration, and commissioning of complex automation solutions for leading customers across the Asia-Pacific region.

• Our projects support major international airports such as Changi Airport, Hong Kong International Airport, and Sydney Airport, as well as global logistics leaders including DHL, FedEx, and UPS.

• Working within a diverse and international environment, you will collaborate with colleagues from various technical disciplines and cultural backgrounds while contributing to some of the region's most advanced automation projects.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

• 2-5 years of experience in IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or a similar technical role.

• Strong understanding of networking concepts, server infrastructure, virtualization, and operating systems.

• Experience supporting enterprise-level IT environments.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Proactive, customer-focused, and able to work effectively within an international team environment.

• Willingness to travel up to 80% as project requirements demand.

Preferred

• Experience with:

• VMware virtualization platforms

• Linux (SUSE, Ubuntu) and Microsoft Windows Server environments

• HP server and storage solutions

• Cisco networking technologies including switching, routing, and firewalls

• Exposure to middleware and monitoring solutions such as:

• Oracle Database

• Oracle WebLogic

• Enterprise monitoring platforms

• Experience implementing cybersecurity standards and tools, including:

• Endpoint protection solutions (Trend Micro, McAfee, etc.)

• SIEM platforms

• Vulnerability management

• System hardening and security compliance

• Familiarity with:

• ITIL methodologies

• Lean and Six Sigma principles

• Testing methodologies and structured troubleshooting approaches

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale international airport and parcel automation projects.

• Exposure to advanced technologies in industrial automation and IT infrastructure.

• Career development opportunities into specialist, lead, or management positions.

• Collaborative and multicultural working environment.

• Continuous learning and professional development support.

Ready to Apply?

If you are passionate about IT infrastructure and enjoy solving complex technical challenges in a dynamic, customer-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply through our careers portal with your updated CV.

For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact:
Juilee Godse
📧 Juilee.Godse@vanderlande.com