Scrum Master Controls Engineering

JBT Marel Corporation; Netherlands; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Laptop provided

iPhone provided

Hybrid working

40 vacation days

Pension plan

Health insurance

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking a Scrum Master for Controls Engineering in Boxmeer. You will facilitate two PLC & HMI development teams working at the intersection of software and hardware engineering, partnering with the Product Owner to ensure high performance and predictable delivery.

You will coach teams in Scrum and Kanban, drive Agile process improvements, and help scale Agile practices across the organization, creating an environment of collaboration and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven Scrum Master experience.
• Experience with software development teams.
• Experience in multidisciplinary machine software and hardware environment is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong facilitation, mentoring, and coaching abilities.
• Solid organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and expectation management skills.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal; Dutch is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead two PLC & HMI development teams in a hybrid environment.
• Partner with Product Owner to drive high performance and predictable delivery.
• Facilitate Scrum and Kanban events and monitor with Agile metrics.
• Coach teams in Scrum and Kanban practices and reduce dependency on the Scrum Master role.
• Collaborate with Engineering Managers on performance and objectives.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability.

Skills

Degree in relevant field

Scrum Master experience

Software development teams

Multidisciplinary machine software

Communication skills

Facilitation & coaching

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

English proficiency

Dutch proficiency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Scrum Master Controls Engineering

Location: JBT Marel Boxmeer Employment Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (3-4 days a week at the office) Department: Poultry – Innovation – Machine Controls Development

Lead the Future of Work at JBT Marel

About the Role

As Scrum Master within Controls Engineering, you will facilitate two PLC & HMI development teams operating in a machine development environment at the intersection of software and hardware engineering. Working closely with the Product Owner, you will help create and sustain a high-performing, self-managing, and continuously improving delivery organization. You will play a key role in contributing to the broader Agile transformation by helping define, implement, and scale Agile processes across the organization, providing clear insight into their impact and business value through measurable outcomes. Through coaching, facilitation, and servant leadership, you will help teams maximize their potential while fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability. Do you enjoy empowering teams, removing obstacles, and creating an environment where people and technology can thrive together?

What You’ll Do

Team Leadership & Delivery

Partner with the Product Owner to drive high performance, ownership, and predictable delivery. Create and maintain the conditions for team success, including focus, clarity, and a sustainable pace. Support the team in achieving sprint goals and improving overall delivery effectiveness.

Facilitation & Flow

Facilitate Scrum and Kanban events, ensuring they are effective and time-boxed. Use relevant Agile metrics to monitor team effectiveness and drive improvement initiatives. Coordinate with other teams to manage dependencies and ensure smooth delivery flow. Identify, remove, or elevate impediments, including organizational blockers. Navigate dependencies between Agile software teams and non-Agile stakeholders or processes. Support continuous flow and delivery optimization across engineering teams.

Coaching & Capability Building

Coach team members in Scrum and Kanban practices and improve team dynamics. Empower teams to gradually reduce dependency on the Scrum Master role. Teach, mentor, and coach teams on the JBT Marel Software Development Process, ensuring knowledge is adopted and sustained. Support the development of Agile capabilities and continuous learning across the organization.

Culture & Collaboration

Foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, openness, and trust. Act as a role model for JBT Marel values within the team and broader organization. Engage with stakeholders, manage expectations, and communicate clearly on progress and delivery. Collaborate closely with Engineering Managers on team performance, growth, and objectives. Contribute to an environment where teams feel supported, empowered, and motivated to succeed.

What You Bring

We encourage each of our employees to bring their unique self to work and aim to make everyone feel recognized, valued, and free to explore their potential. We're committed to creating an inclusive culture and welcome new colleagues from all walks of life. You will recognize yourself in the following:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Proven experience as a Scrum Master.
• Strong experience working with software development teams focusing on software development, including design and coding principles.
• Experience in a multidisciplinary machine software and hardware environment is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong facilitation, mentoring, and coaching abilities.
• Solid organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and expectation management skills.
• Proficiency in English, both written and verbal, proficiency in Dutch, both written and verbal, is considered a plus.

Nice to Have

• Experience working within machine building, industrial automation, or controls engineering environments.
• Experience supporting Agile transformations and organizational change initiatives.
• Familiarity with PLC and HMI development environments.
• Agile certifications such as PSM, CSM, SAFe Scrum Master, or equivalent.
• Experience with data-driven improvement and Agile performance metrics.

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.

JBT Marel Vision and Values

At JBT Marel, what we do matters. Our people make the difference, and their contribution drives our success. Our purpose is to transform the future of food, guiding our vision to be the leading partner in sustainable food industry solutions. Partnership is at the heart of everything we do, enabling us to deliver exceptional, end-to-end solutions that build long-term customer trust. Our values reflect who we are at our best: Serve with integrity Create with collaboration Grow with excellence Advance with innovation

Why Join Us?

• 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 40 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!

JBT Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Questions? Contact: Maarten Krepel – [e-mail]

Connect with Talent Acquisition Specialist: www.linkedin.com/in/maartenkrepel

Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. 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. If you’re looking for meaningful work and the chance to make a real impact, explore opportunities at JBT Marel and get ready to transform the future of food.