Graduation: Integrating AI into Mechanical Project Engineering Processes

Assignment type: Graduation

Start date: February 2026

Assignment duration: 6 months

Location: Veghel

Education level: Bachelor

Desired study: Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, Industrial Engineering, Artificial Intelligence

Language: Dutch/English

Description of assignment

As part of our continuous improvement efforts, we are exploring how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can support and optimize engineering processes from sales design to delivery up and to service Our department is responsible for translating the as-sold sales design into a fully engineered baggage handling system, taking into account increasing customer demands. With systems getting larger and more complex, generating the necessary output for project execution is getting more and more complex. This internship aims to identify, evaluate, and prototype AI applications that can bring measurable value to our engineering department.

Department description

The Project Engineering department is responsible for the worldwide execution of projects in which the different components (mechanical, electromechanical and controls) of our material handling systems are implemented. Working under the supervision of a project leader, closely working together with the electrical and controls engineers, the mechanical engineers are part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers.

Tasks/responsibilities

• Research current AI technologies relevant to mechanical engineering.
• Identify engineering processes within the department that could benefit from AI integration.
• Evaluate feasibility and potential impact of AI use cases.
• Prototype one or more AI-based solutions.
• Document findings and present recommendations to the team.

Your profile

• Affiliation with Artificial Intelligence
• Interest in (mechanical) engineering innovation
• Good communication and documentation skills
• *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands.

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: internship@vanderlande.com.