Mechanical Engineer II

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.

Are you driven by excellence, skilled in product improvements and new developments on our High-Pressure Processing (HPP) machines, and passionate about hydraulic and mechanical engineering and manufacturing (sheet metal bending, machining, welding? At JBT Marel, we’re seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our forward-thinking, innovative team and help us deliver world-class solutions.

If you’re ready to make an impact, we want to hear from you! This position is located in Middletown Ohio
.

The role of our Mechanical Engineer is to add to our team that is responsible for product improvements and new developments on our High-Pressure Processing (HPP) machines. You will work together with colleagues in a small but very competent engineering team with extensive experience of pressure vessels. JBT Marel is one of the largest solutions providers to the global food processing industry.

The largest food processors within the fruit, vegetable, meat, poultry, seafood, and bakery industries. Avure, a JBT Marel business unit, manufactures High Pressure Processing (HPP) machines that pasteurize food through high pressure instead of heat and chemicals making food healthier and taste better.

• Serve as a Mechanical Engineer on daily work as well as on development projects.
• Complete detailed design work and drawings with 2D or 3D modeling tools.
• Enter drawings, BoM’s, and other documentation into a PLM database.
• Check and review other teammates’ drawings, BoM’s, and calculations.
• Specify and order materials for development projects.
• Track progress and expedite material orders for projects as required.
• Ensure that new designs are safe, cost effective, reliable, and easy to service.
• Select components and assemblies to meet national and international standards and requirements.
• Support the organization when engineering related questions arise.
• Resolve problems, identify trends, and determine system improvements.
• Work with subcontractors and outside specialists when needed.
• Participate in customers’ meetings to improve their processes and usage of their equipment.
• Participate in Safety reviews of new designs.

• This position requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering. A Master’s in Mechanical Engineering preferred.
• 5+ years experience in mechanical and design engineering.
• 5+ years Modeling in Solid Works or a similar program.
• 5+ years experience with sheet metal design.
• 3+ years experience with weldment design.
• Successful project experience.
• Knowledge of Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills required.
• The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and have time management skills. Must have the ability to be proactive and drive change.
• Be willing to become the company specialist regarding hydraulics, pneumatics and water systems designs and standards.
• Up to 10% travel including international.

• 3+ years experience with machining design.
• Experience with root cause corrective action tools and processes.
• Experience with "Team Center"- PLM.
• Experience with "Solid Works" and "Solidworks PDM" – CAD.
• Experience with ISO-standards and ISO-tolerances
• Experience with and Metric designs
• Proven track record of project success by overcoming obstacles.