Mechanical Engineer II

JBT Marel; Helsingborgs kommun; On-site; SEK 460,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join our Helsingborg team in Sweden. This hands-on role involves turning designs into real machines on the shop floor, collaborating with production, testing, and suppliers.

You will lead mechanical design activities, adapt large-scale machinery to customer specs, troubleshoot issues, and drive improvements while coordinating with multiple teams. English fluency required; Swedish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–3 years of experience in mechanical design for industrial machinery, sheet metal, or automation is helpful.
• Solid experience with 3D CAD (Creo and Windchill strongly preferred).
• Experience working in a production-oriented engineering environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for customer projects of varying scale.
• Design and adapt large‑scale industrial machinery to customer requirements using 3D CAD.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and respond to engineering questions from customers and suppliers.
• Drive product improvements and contribute to R&D and innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, testing, and supplier teams.
• Take ownership of project progress by coordinating internally and gathering information.
• Support continuous improvement across mechanical design standards and solutions.

Skills

Fluent English

Swedish advantage

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Job description

JBT Marel is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Helsingborg, Sweden, where advanced industrial food processing equipment is designed, built, and tested under one roof. This is a hands‑on engineering role where your designs don’t stay on a screen — they become real machines on the shop floor.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team of around 35 engineers, working closely with production, testing, and suppliers. If you enjoy customer‑specific design, technical problem‑solving, and taking ownership of your projects, this is an environment where you can grow and make a tangible impact.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead mechanical design activities for both small and large customer projects
• Design and adapt large‑scale industrial machinery to customer requirements using 3D CAD
• Troubleshoot technical issues and respond to engineering questions from customers and suppliers
• Drive product improvements and contribute to R&D and innovation initiatives
• Collaborate closely with engineering, production, testing, and supplier teams
• Take ownership of project progress by proactively gathering information and coordinating internally
• Support continuous improvement across mechanical design standards and solutions

You’ll Bring

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 2–3 years of experience in mechanical design (industrial machinery, sheet metal, or automation are an advantage)
• Solid experience with 3D CAD (Creo and Windchill strongly preferred)
• Experience working in a production‑oriented engineering environment
• Fluent in English; Swedish language skills are an advantage

This role is based in Helsingborg, with easy access from Malmö, Lund, Landskrona, Ängelholm, and surrounding areas. If you are open to relocating, please note this in your application.

Who We Are

JBT Marel is a global leader in food processing solutions, combining advanced technology with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Our teams work closely across disciplines and borders to transform the way food is processed worldwide.

Why Join Us

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

We 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.

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