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Mechanical Engineer

JBT Marel
Eastlake, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
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.

As our Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, updating, and modifying large high-speed bottle and can filling equipment. Your primary focus will be on capital equipment design and support, as well as standardization and documentation.

You will report to the Engineering Manager under our DF&H Division.

On a Given Day, You May

  • Manage BOM & drawing changes through a standard revision/Engineering Change Order (ECO) process in a PDM controlled system
  • Design and develop parts and assemblies using SolidWorks. Create models, assembly drawings, & manufacturing/fabrication drawings.
  • Gather detailed information on vendor supplied components and create vendor control drawings.
  • Prepare any additional mechanical support needed for projects such as welding/machining fixtures, layout drawings, field installation procedures, and any other pertinent documentation.
  • Convert legacy drawings from AutoCAD or .tif to SolidWorks.
  • Develop subject matter expertise on assigned product line.
  • Check and review drawings and documents for accuracy and errors. Ensure designs and drawings are functional and manufacturable.
  • Capture meeting minutes and other notes from customer interaction to document needs of customer and changes during project.
  • Work with little direction and supports the project team in the successful completion of multiple projects.
  • Actively participate in RCI to drive improvements for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, in support of company goals/objectives and to exceed customers' expectations.
  • Properly track costs, including personal time and spend, to keep budgets and notify proper resources of expanded costs.
  • Document sources and history of design development throughout the project.
  • Assist in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) preparation and execution.
  • Assist in VAVE (Value Assessment, Value Engineering) events and support as needed.
  • Assist in the shop and installation support work as needed. Either in the office or on site.
  • Expect to interact directly with customers to define scope of work and to understand their needs and wants.
  • Provide technical direction and information to customers and coworkers.
  • Generate text for proposals, specifications, narratives, and other documentation.

Requirements For The Role

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering tech.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience, preferably in beverage/packaging equipment design.
  • Experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
  • Experience using PDM or other drawing vault.
  • AutoCAD, FEA and CFD experience preferred
  • Integrity to support ethical engineering decisions.
  • Must collaborate with fellow engineering professionals, customers and coworkers
  • You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Travel & Location

  • This positions is onsite and and we ask that you travel approximately 15% of the time.
  • 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 foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
  • We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
  • Benefits: JBT Marel 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 JBT 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.

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