Team Lead (Software) Commissioning & Planning

Marel; Lichtenvoorde; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership role with impact

Collaborative international environment

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

A global leader in food solutions is seeking a Team Lead Commissioning & Planning in Lichtenvoorde, Netherlands. The ideal candidate will lead a dynamic team of engineers focused on software implementation and testing at customer locations globally. Responsibilities include ensuring timely delivery of work orders, monitoring team performance, mentoring staff, and optimizing field service activities. This role combines leadership with hands-on work and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong field service experience required.
• Excellent English communication skills are essential.
• Degree in a relevant engineering field is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of work orders.
• Monitor team performance using KPIs.
• Mentor employees and support skill development.

Skills

Field service experience

Excellent English communication skills

Analytical skills

People management affinity

Education

Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Software Engineering

Job description

Are you a people-focused leader with a passion for field service and operational excellence? We are looking for a Team Lead Commissioning & Planning to lead a dynamic Field Service team of 10 Commissioning Engineers (located in NL, Denmark, Spain and the US) focused on the software implementation and testing of delivered installations at our customers’ locations (globally). You’ll guide and support your team in delivering high-quality service and execution.

What you’ll be doing

• Ensure all work orders are delivered on time and within budget, with complete reporting.
• Collaborate with other teams and escalate issues as needed.
• Act as a sparring partner for field service scheduling, business, and technical support.
• Monitor team performance and utilization, using KPIs for benchmarking.
• Mentor employees and encourage skill development.
• Conduct regular appraisals and performance meetings.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, training, and development.
• Optimize Field Service activities in close cooperation with management.

What kind of a person are you?

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, or Software Engineering (or similar knowledge level).
• Strong field service experience.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Affinity with people management.
• Analytical skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Experience in multicultural, multidisciplinary teams is an advantage.

What we offer!

• A leadership role where you can shape team performance and customer satisfaction.
• The opportunity to stay hands-on in the field while developing your team.
• A collaborative, international environment focused on service excellence.
• Room to grow professionally while making a real impact.
• Be part of a team that values ownership, quality, and continuous improvement.

About JBT Marel

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. Our vision is to be the leading partner in solutions for a sustainable food industry. 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 define us at our best: Serve with integrity – Create with collaboration – Grow with excellence – Advance with innovation

We are committed to supporting your professional and personal development. You will be part of a global, inclusive team culture that values collaboration, continuous learning, and new challenges to support your growth.