Aftermarket Engineer
Kingston, OH - USA
Job Summary
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 we 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.
Opportunity:
At JBT Marel were looking for an After Job Market Engineer to design test and evaluate mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. Youll 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. Youll also collaborate with manufacturing sourcing and suppliers to optimize the cost/value relationship of our designs. This engineering role will be dedicated to supporting our Customer Care team. Making sure our customers are provided with the best solutions & support to keep their machines running. This role will be focused on designing retrofit kits for obsolete components developing spare part/preventative maintenance kits and any other required information our customers may need.
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 (15%) 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 (50%) 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 (15%) Assist with budgeting scoping and scheduling for various projects. Ensure all project milestones are met within the designated timelines and budget constraints.
Requirements:
- BS degree in Mechanical Engineering Mechatronics or a related field from an ABET-accredited engineering program.
- Preferred: 5 years of experience in automated 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.
If youre looking for a challenging and rewarding career in mechanical engineering with a global leader in food equipment wed love to hear from you!
Travel & Location
- You will be onsite/hybrid and travel up to 10-15% of the time.
COMPENSATION RANGE: $75000 $92000 - Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location qualifications and prior experience.
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.
Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process
JBT 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.
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 pleasecontact JBT Marel at .
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About Company
Marel is full-line supplier of innovative solutions, services and software for the poultry, meat and fish processing industries, alongside alternative proteins, pet food and aqua feed.