Field Service Technician -- Controls

John Bean Technologies Co.; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking a Field Service Technician (Controls) to service Wenger Equipment and ensure peak system performance. You will represent JBT Marel with professionalism and dedication while traveling to customer sites.

The role involves building and troubleshooting PLC programs, working with Siemens and Allen-Bradley PLCs, and supporting complex machinery across global environments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with a valid driver's license and

Qualifications

• Experience servicing complex machinery or capital equipment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Willing to travel globally (approximately 50%).
• Valid driver’s license and passport are required.

Responsibilities

• Build and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Familiar with extruder/dryer processes and procedures relating to electrical and PLC matters.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks including leading and directing operators and other Technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Siemens PLC

Allen-Bradley PLC

ControlLogix

RSView3

FactoryTalk SE/ME

Field service experience

Travel readiness

Communication skills

Team player

Driver's license

Passport

Education

Technical background

Job description

We are currently recruiting for the position of Field Service Technician (Controls) for our Wenger Equipment. In this position you will be responsible for servicing our Wenger Equipment. In this role you will ensure our systems operate at peak performance. You’ll represent JBT Marel with professionalism, flexibility, and dedication.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and troubleshoot PLC programs.
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Must be familiar with a variety of extruder/dryer processes and procedures relating to electrical and PLC matters.
• Performs a variety of complicated tasks including leading and directing operators and other Technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You

• You are a skilled service technician with expertise.
• You thrive on solving technical challenges in the field, are comfortable traveling extensively, and can adapt to diverse customer environments globally.
• You’ll bring:
• A technical background (education or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Siemens and/or Allen-Bradley PLC
• Knowledge in ControlLogic, RSVIEW3, Factory Talk SE& ME.
• Experience servicing, maintaining, or commissioning complex machinery or capital equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands‑on approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong customer relationships.
• A proactive and independent mindset, with the ability to work as part of a team.
• Valid driver’s license and passport, with willingness to travel in globally (approximately 50%).
• Flexibility to work weekends as required.

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to advanced systems and automation technologies.
• Opportunities to work across globally, supporting leading food producers.
• Professional growth, training, and career development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Who are we

JBT Marel is a global leader in food processing solutions, delivering advanced equipment and services that help producers maximize efficiency, ensure food safety, and achieve sustainable growth.

Trusted by manufacturers worldwide, we are committed to innovation, customer success, and shaping the future of food.

At JBT Marel, we’re transforming the future of food through technology, innovation, and collaboration. Our work helps make the global food system more sustainable — and it’s powered by thousands of talented people around the world. We value collaboration, integrity, innovation, and continuous growth — and we believe the best ideas come from diverse perspectives working together.