Application Architect II

JBT Marel Corporation; Boxmeer; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid work

42 vacation days

Job summary

JBT Marel Boxmeer is seeking a Senior Solution Architect PLM & Engineering Applications to define and drive architectures across global PLM and engineering systems. You will translate business needs into scalable, secure solutions and provide technical leadership to delivery teams and external partners.

In this role you’ll shape roadmaps, balance standardization with customization, and ensure lifecycle management, upgrades, and security are built in from concept to execution.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in IT/engineering applications, PLM or similar.
• At least 5 years in a Solution Architect/Technical Architect role.
• 10–15 years in large, international enterprise environments (preferred).
• Strong PLM platform experience (Windchill, CONTACT, Vault).
• CAD tools experience (Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Understanding of PLM, CAD, ERP, cloud, security, and integrations.
• Ability to defend architectural decisions and roadmaps.
• Experience in transformation and modernization programs.

Responsibilities

• Define and own solution architectures for global PLM and engineering systems.
• Lead architectural design for PLM transformation programs.
• Develop, document, and defend High-Level Designs and Solution Designs.
• Translate business capabilities into scalable, secure tech solutions.
• Ensure alignment between PLM, CAD, ERP, integrations, cloud, and cybersecurity.
• Drive standardization across engineering applications.
• Provide technical leadership to implementation teams and partners.
• Support architectural governance and roadmaps.
• Own lifecycle management, upgrades, debt reduction, performance, security.
• Collaborate with business leaders, vendors, and other architects.

Skills

Enterprise architecture

Stakeholder management

Architectural decisions

Strategic thinking

Technical depth

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in IT/Engineering/CS

Tools

PTC Windchill

CONTACT Software

Autodesk Vault Professional

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

# **** **We’re hiring: Solution Architect PLM & Engineering Applications** Location: JBT Marel Boxmeer Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid Department: Corporate IT - PLM Lead the Future of Work at JBT Marel## **Shape the Future of Product Lifecycle Management**At JBT Marel, we are accelerating the transformation and standardization of our global engineering and product development landscape. To support this journey, we are looking for a highly experienced Senior Solution Architect PLM & Engineering Applications who will play a pivotal role in shaping the future architecture of our Product Lifecycle Management ecosystem.This is a strategic role with significant business impact. You will be responsible for defining and driving solution architecture decisions that support critical PLM initiatives, engineering system transformations, integrations, and digitalization programs across our global organization.Working closely with business stakeholders, engineering teams, digital leaders, vendors, and fellow architects, you will ensure that technology decisions contribute to scalable, secure, and future-proof solutions that enable our global engineering organization to operate at its best.## **** **About the Role**As our new Senior Solution Architect PLM & Engineering Applications, you will be part of the architecture function supporting business-critical engineering platforms and processes.You will serve as a trusted advisor and technical authority for PLM-related initiatives, ensuring that business requirements are translated into practical and sustainable solutions that deliver value both today and in the future.This position is not solely focused on technology design. You will actively drive decision-making, influence stakeholders, challenge assumptions, and maintain oversight of the complete application lifecycle from strategy to implementation and ongoing support.## **** **What You’ll Do**You will:* **Define and own solution architectures** supporting JBT Marel's global PLM and engineering systems landscape.* **Lead architectural design** activities for strategic PLM transformation and implementation programs.* Develop, document, and defend High-Level Designs and Solution Designs.* **Translate business capabilities and requirements** into scalable, maintainable, and secure technology solutions.* Ensure alignment between PLM, CAD, ERP, integrations, infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity domains.* Challenge proposed requirements and solution approaches to drive optimal business outcomes.* Balance short-term delivery needs with long-term architecture principles and objectives.* **Drive standardization and harmonization** across engineering applications and processes.* Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to implementation teams, developers, and external partners.* Support **architectural governance** and **technology roadmap** development.* Take ownership of lifecycle management, platform sustainability, upgrades, technical debt reduction, performance, security, and supportability.* **Collaborate closely with business leaders**, engineering teams, project managers, product owners, vendors, and enterprise architects.* Act as a sparring partner for fellow architects and contribute to architecture reviews and knowledge sharing.## **** **Your Environment**You will operate in an international environment where engineering excellence, innovation, and digital transformation are key strategic priorities.You will work closely with:* Engineering and Innovation teams* Digital & IT organization* Product Lifecycle Management specialists* CAD and Product Data Management teams* ERP and Integration teams* External technology vendors and implementation partnersA key aspect of this role is partnering with an existing Senior Architect to form a strong architectural leadership team that combines strategic thinking, technical depth, and pragmatic execution.## **** **What You Bring****Experience & Expertise*** Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.* Minimum 8 years of relevant experience within IT, engineering applications, PLM, or a comparable environment.* At least 5 years of experience in a Solution Architect, Technical Architect, or similar architectural role.* Ideally 10-15 years of experience within complex international enterprise organizations.* Strong experience within Product Lifecycle Management and engineering application environments.* Experience with solutions such as PTC Windchill, CONTACT Software, Autodesk Vault Professional, or similar PLM platforms.* Knowledge of engineering applications including CAD solutions such as Creo, SolidWorks, and Inventor.* Strong understanding of the interaction between PLM, CAD, ERP, cloud platforms, infrastructure, security, and integrations.* Demonstrated experience creating and defending architectural decisions, solution designs, and technology roadmaps.**Professional Capabilities*** Strong end-to-end architectural thinking across business processes, applications, integrations, and platforms.* Ability to translate complex business requirements into sustainable enterprise solutions.* Skilled at balancing standardization versus customization.* Strong understanding of scalability, maintainability, security, and operational excellence.* Sufficient technical depth to challenge technical teams, vendors, and implementation partners.* Proven ability to drive decisions and influence senior stakeholders.* Experience working in environments undergoing transformation and technology modernization.## **** **Who You Are**Success in this role is determined as much by mindset and leadership as by technical expertise.You are a strategic and hands-on architect who enjoys connecting business needs with technology solutions and taking ownership from concept through execution. You combine technical depth with strong stakeholder management and are comfortable operating in complex, fast-changing environments.You:* Think beyond individual applications and projects, taking an end-to-end view across business processes, systems, integrations, security, and long-term maintainability.* Balance strategic architecture thinking with a pragmatic, delivery-focused approach.* Take ownership, create momentum, and proactively drive topics from discussion to decision and implementation.* Are comfortable making architectural choices and can clearly articulate the rationale behind your recommendations.* Challenge requirements, assumptions, and proposed solutions constructively to achieve the best business outcomes.* Focus on standardization, scalability, and sustainable solutions while recognizing when flexibility is required.* Bring sufficient technical depth to engage confidently with developers, engineers, architects, and technology partners.* Care about the full solution lifecycle, including performance, upgrades, technical debt, security, supportability, and operational excellence.* Translate architecture into practical solutions that can be successfully implemented, adopted, and maintained.* Build strong relationships across business, IT, leadership teams, and external vendors.* Thrive in collaborative environments and value constructive debate, peer reviews, and knowledge sharing.* Remain effective in situations where requirements are evolving and not every process is fully defined or standardized.* Follow through on commitments and ensure decisions, actions, and dependencies are effectively managed through completion.* Are visible, approachable, and recognized as a trusted advisor within your team and stakeholder community.**Most importantly, you are an architect who combines strategic thinking with execution, influencing decisions while remaining closely connected to delivery and business outcomes.**## **** **Who Are We?**We are JBT Marel, a global leader in transforming the way food is processed. Our mission is to enable our customers to produce high-quality food safely, sustainably, and affordably. Our Data & Analytics domain turns data from across the enterprise into trusted, governed, and intelligent capabilities that power smarter decisions – from the shop floor to the boardroom.## ## **** **Why Join Us?**This is more than a management position. It's an opportunity to build and shape a newly established function that directly impacts how we develop, manage, and scale our products globally.At JBT Marel, you'll find:* A strategic leadership role with high visibility and impact.* The opportunity to lead organizational transformation.* An international and collaborative work environment.* Strong focus on learning, growth, and career development.* Flexible working arrangements and excellent work-life balance.* Competitive compensation and benefits package.Our values reflect who we are at our best:* Serve with integrity* Create with collaboration* Grow with excellence* Advance with innovationWe are committed to your development and offer opportunities that help you grow professionally and personally. You will work in an inclusive, international team culture where collaboration and innovation are key. You can expect:* Freedom to form your role and define your added value to the organization* Freedom to take initiative and make a real impact in a growing global business* An **environment of trust and respect** with space to explore and fail* A collaborative, inclusive team culture with international cooperation* **Continuous learning through our advanced learning platform**, with unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Busuu language learning* All the tools you need to succeed: laptop, iPhone, and a fully equipped home office* **Excellent work life balance**, including **42 vacation days**, flexible working hours, and hybrid working options* **A strong pension plan** and collective health insurance options* An environment built on trust and respect, with room to explore, learn, and even fail* **To get a career instead of a job**. We have many opportunities for internal growth; and we encourage it!## **** **How to Apply**We’re excited to learn how you can contribute to our mission of smarter, safer food inspection. Apply now and join a team transforming the future of food processing. Questions? Contact: Maarten Krepel – [e-mail] Learn more at: jbtmarel.com Follow us on LinkedInConnect with Talent Acquisition Specialist: www.linkedin.com/in/maartenkrepel**Join us and help shape the future architecture of engineering and Product Lifecycle Management at JBT Marel.***JBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.*