Field Service Engineer Automation

JBT Marel; Boxmeer; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive onboarding period

Personal development plan

Informal culture

Job summary

JBT Marel is looking for a Field Service technician in Boxmeer, Netherlands. The role involves troubleshooting production issues, managing installation projects, and serving customers globally. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics or related fields and possess strong problem-solving skills. The position includes training and a clear project schedule taking personal occasions into account. Interested individuals should contact Niels Spit via email at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Must be flexible and stress-resilient.
• Must be willing to travel internationally (50-60%).
• Must have relevant EU travel and work documents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute controls for installation jobs.
• Conduct service visits and troubleshoot production issues.
• Train customers and report on progress.

Skills

Service attitude

Analytical mind

Problem-solving skills

Flexibility

Ability to work independently

Passion for technology

Education

Bachelor degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering, or automation engineering

Vocational level degree with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Server

SQL databases

Job description

Looking for the next challenge? Do you like to travel? Why not join us in our growing Service Team?

What You’ll Be Doing

• Prepare and execute the controls (electrical cabinets/software/PLC) part of installation jobs.
• Conduct service visits.
• Troubleshoot production issues at customers’ sites.
• Manage local employees in larger installation projects.
• Keep in touch with, and report to the customer about your progress.
• Train the customer and feed results to your colleagues.

You will work in a team with experienced coworkers, both at customer site and in the office, who will teach you all the knowledge they have about our machines.

Since you will be traveling globally, you will be away from home on a regular basis. To allow for time with friends and family, we have a clear schedule of projects and travel. We take holidays, important birthdays, and weekend trips into account when creating this schedule.

Time and Training

• Preparing your next project(s) and reporting on completed projects.
• Personal and technical trainings, both in the office and on the job.
• Regular meetings with your manager and the team.

About You

• You are passionate about technology, like to see the world and have a real service attitude. You are independent, flexible, and stress‑resilient. You like working hands‑on, have an analytical mind, and strong problem‑solving skills.
• You have a Bachelor degree in Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or automation engineering, or a vocational level degree in the same area with several years of relevant experience.
• You have experience with or an interest in electrical cabinet (re)build, software installation/configuration, and/or troubleshooting PLCs.
• Knowledge of / affinity with Microsoft Server and SQL databases is an advantage.
• Affinity with process engineering and/or food production is also a plus.
• Have a good command of the English language.
• Must have relevant EU travel and work documents.
• Are willing to travel internationally (~50‑60 %).

What’s in it for you?

We offer you the opportunity to develop yourself. This starts on your first day. You will receive an extensive, well‑prepared onboarding period, followed by a function‑specific development track over one year. You will be guided by our organization and an experienced coworker, who will teach you the specialist knowledge of our advanced equipment. On an annual basis, you will create a personal development plan so your professional and personal development are always top of mind. Our informal culture offers you the opportunity to take your own responsibilities and show initiative.

Interested?

So, would you like to join our Field Service Team? If so, please contact Niels Spit, Talent Acquisition Business Partner, at [e-mail].