Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc. Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent. About The Job Though you may not know us by name, you’ve most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we’ve designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world’s biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve As Principal Mechatronics-Automation Technologist/Engineer, you will be responsible for leading technology development and application of the complex automation systems that are embedded within our commercial foodservice appliances. In this individual contributor role, you’ll work on a variety of exciting mechanical automation design challenges. Your subject-matter expertise and innovative thinking will help ensure our equipment offers cutting-edge and reliable technology that enhances the customer experience and our market advantage. This role is subject to our hybrid work model: we collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The rest of the week, you have flexibility to work wherever it suits you best. What You’ll Do Partner closely with product management, marketing, engineering, and operations to generate technology platforms and product modules that are based on tactically selected innovative technologies in the commercial appliances space Serve as MFT’s subject-matter expert in automation systems architecture and design; provide effective solutions and generate original concepts to a range of customer and market needs Maintain strong understanding of industry trends, competitive landscape, design partners, and customer portfolios Conduct technology research in new/adjacent markets, and develop automation technology platforms and roadmaps Propose and lead technology projects with an emphasis on integration of automation technologies Perform automation system design, development, testing, and validation of technology and innovation concepts/solutions Review, select, design, and develop validation test plans for complex mechanical automation systems applicable to manufacturing, beverage/dispensing, cleaning, cooking, refrigeration, frozen, or food handling/storage/processing products Design selection, specification, and application of critical components; Identify Critical to Quality (CTQs) features through the DFMEA process and reflect them in the component selection process. Support the drafting of plans for reliability, design validation, performance evaluation, component selection, and customer specific requests Perform simulations, and CAD design and detail drawing creation in SolidWorks, Creo, etc. Integrate sensors, motors, stepper drives, controls, data logging, basic controller programming with strong communication to electrical engineering hardware/software teams. Serve as a coach and mentor to other engineers by participating in architecture, design, and projects reviews, and technology learning sessions Who You Are Subject-Matter Enthusiast: Passionate about automation technologies, continuously learning and educating others in the field Collaborative Partner: Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliers. Strategic Thinker: Relies on analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tactically. Independent Self-Starter: Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight Skills/Experience We’re Looking For Demonstrated experience with automation and control system design, product development and product launches Experience with technology research, idea generation, and technology platforming strategies Systems thinker with holistic approach to analysis that focuses on how a system’s individual parts interact and how the systems deliver expected results Innovative mindset to tactically select appropriate technologies, systems, tools and apply them to foodservice products based in the Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, smart equipment, AI, autonomous systems, etc.) Mechanical aptitude, hands-on assembly, modification, tinkering and optimizing electromechanical systems. Understanding of materials selection, corrosion mechanisms, and life expectancy of complex systems and failure modes Mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and advanced test creation skills Experience with SolidWorks and Creo CAD systems Familiarity with agency requirements and regulating bodies, such as UL, NSF, DOE, IEC, ETL, ISO, EN, etc. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering 15 years of experience designing complex engineered mechatronics and automation systems Benefits We support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that you’ll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plans Access to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon’s health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your family Tax advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expenses Wellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family Planning Generous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leave Company-sponsored life insurance 401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your own Financial and retirement advising About Marmon Holdings Marmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmon’s 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story. Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying. With more than 100 autonomous manufacturing and service businesses, Marmon Holdings, Inc. may be the biggest company you’ve never heard of. Part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., Marmon is a global industrial organization comprising 11 diverse groups with 20,000-plus employees and $10 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in every industry we serve, Marmon companies have earned a great degree of independence. And our people thrive on an entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, our group structure gives every Marmon company access to the expertise of other Marmon companies serving the same or related markets and customers – all with the support of the entire Marmon organization. Working together, we become something more than the sum of our parts. We become the most reliable solution provider for a broad range of industries and customers worldwide. In every case, Marmon’s success is due to our people. People with talent, drive and high ethical standards. People who are following their passions and building their careers across Marmon. Want to learn and perfect your craft? Want to sharpen your skills while helping to solve challenges for our customers and our world? Looking for a chance to grow within – or perhaps outside – your field? Find a Marmon company that matches your passion. And see what you can do with the support of a team that values your contribution.