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 a
Senior Mechanical Engineer II, you will lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of automated industrial equipment and material handling solutions, with an emphasis on product engineering, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
You will take ownership of complex engineering challenges, provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers and engineering vendors, and collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, practical solutions.
This role requires strong engineering fundamentals, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to drive projects from concept through production.
On a given day, you may:- Design and development mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD software.
- Develop engineering specifications, design calculations, technical documentation, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
- Lead mechanical engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through manufacturing, testing, and commissioning.
- Apply lean design principles and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) to improve product performance, cost, and manufacturability.
- Design and integrate mechanical, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems.
- Perform engineering analysis and design reviews to ensure functionality, safety, reliability, and compliance with applicable standards.
- Mentor less experienced engineers and provide technical guidance on engineering best practices.
- Collaborate with production, electrical and software engineering, purchasing, and service teams to deliver engineering solutions.
- Work with suppliers and vendors to evaluate components, resolve technical challenges, and support engineering deliverables.
- Lead hands-on troubleshooting, testing, root cause analysis, and design validation.
- Drive product standardization, design optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate product documentation within PLM systems.
- Travel (up to 20%) domestically and report onsite in Chalfont, PA.
Qualifications (Required)- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 7+ years of relevant mechanical design or product engineering experience.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably Creo and Windchill.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, DFMEA, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering analysis.
- Experience leading technical projects.
- Experience developing engineering specifications and documentation.
- Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex engineering problems and make sound technical decisions.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience supporting equipment development and troubleshooting.
Qualifications (Preferred Experience)- Product design and lifecycle engineering
- Lean design and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA)
- Designing Hydraulic and electromechanical systems
- Designing Automated equipment and material handling systems
- Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Machining, fabrication, and welding processes
- Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Technical leadership and mentoring
- Python or other programming languages
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 EmploymentJBT 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 .
Use of Technology in Our Hiring ProcessJBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications. These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria. All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent and inclusive hiring practices globally.
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