What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Engineer position at JBT Marel?
At JBT Marel, what we do matters, we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.
Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
You will report to the Senior Manager Engineering.
The Opportunity
At JBT Marel, we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and evaluate mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to define customer needs, develop new features, and ensure designs meet specifications. Key responsibilities include CAD layouts, DFMEA, cost estimations, and solving mechanical field problems. You'll also collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, and suppliers to optimize the cost/value relationship of our designs.
This position is located within Kingston, NY. Must live within a commutable distance to the facility.
Onsite position with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week once fully oriented and performing in the role.
Responsibilities
We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
Benefits: JBT Corporation offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.
Equal Opportunity Employment
JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JB Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please
contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.
Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.
Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
You will report to the Senior Manager Engineering.
The Opportunity
At JBT Marel, we're looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design, test, and evaluate mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to define customer needs, develop new features, and ensure designs meet specifications. Key responsibilities include CAD layouts, DFMEA, cost estimations, and solving mechanical field problems. You'll also collaborate with manufacturing, sourcing, and suppliers to optimize the cost/value relationship of our designs.
This position is located within Kingston, NY. Must live within a commutable distance to the facility.
Onsite position with flexibility to work from home 2 days per week once fully oriented and performing in the role.
Responsibilities
- Lifecycle Management of Design Data (65%) Create, review, and update engineering drawings, CAD models, and ECNs. Oversee database management to ensure all design data is accurate, organized, and accessible for future reference and manufacturing needs.
- Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams (10%) Work closely with internal teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and can be sourced efficiently, optimizing both cost and value. Collaborate with sales, applications, and manufacturing to align designs with practical and business requirements.
- Technical Support in Testing, Validation, and Debugging (10%) Provide technical expertise in the testing, validation, and troubleshooting of food equipment machinery. Support the debugging process to ensure equipment meets performance and quality standards.
- Detailed Calculations for Design and Troubleshooting (10%) Perform detailed mechanical calculations to support design decisions and contribute to problem-solving during the troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
- Project Support (5%) Assist with budgeting, scoping, and scheduling for various projects. Ensure all project milestones are met within the designated timelines and budget constraints.
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Preferred: 5 years of experience in automatic, industrial food processing equipment or similar fields in product development.
- Proficiency in CAD systems such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Creo, or similar.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through hands-on experience in design, testing, or troubleshooting.
- Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and product development processes.
- Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and engineering principles to solve complex problems.
- Familiarity with lifecycle management of design data, including CAD models, drawings, and ECNs.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain a high level of accuracy.
- Must possess independent problem-solving skills and the ability to work creatively.
- Normal working conditions are in an office environment, with provisions for flexible hours and remote work.
- Ability to work in manufacturing, vendor, and customer facilities, utilizing appropriate PPE for the tasks.
We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
Benefits: JBT Corporation offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.
Equal Opportunity Employment
JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JB Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please
contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.