Design Engineer

JBT Marel; Apex (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

JBT Marel in Apex, NC is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the mechanical design of innovative production systems from concept to launch. You will work with cross-functional teams including Innovation, Supply Chain, Sales, and Service to turn ideas into reliable manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes hygienic design, reliability, safety, and cost-conscious engineering, with travel up to 20-50% and on-site collaboration at our Apex facility.

Qualifications

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
• Experience in a comparable role and in designing technical systems.
• Experience with drawing tools, databases, and documentation preparation.
• English skills, written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• In cooperation with a project team, design and develop all mechanical aspects of new machinery and solutions, assemblies and components; prepare drawings and documentation.
• Work in project teams on concept development; test, investigate and verify designs.
• Ensure hygienic, reliable, safe design; consider production technologies and cost.
• Create assembly/detail drawings and BOMs; communicate documentation changes.
• Perform evaluations and testing at customer sites; stay current with mechanical engineering advances.
• Collaborate in cross-functional teams and contribute to team spirit.

Skills

Creative thinker

Mechatronics awareness

Independent yet team player

Mechanical technology knowledge

Communication skills

Pressure handling

Analytical & numerical skills

Project multitasking

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Master’s degree a plus

Experience in design of technical systems

Job description

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; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.

You will report to Manager, Engineering.

Opportunity

Mechanical Design Engineer (MDE) is responsible for the mechanical design and development of innovative production systems for the food processing industry, from concept to product launch. The MDE has good knowledge of the food processing industry to be able to make a creative contribution and is in a position to turn ideas into industrial solutions. Responsible for working closely with colleagues from various industries, mainly Innovation, as well as Supply Chain, Sales (including Product Management, where applicable) and Service.

Responsibilities

• In cooperation with a project team, efficiently design and develop all mechanical aspects of new machinery and solutions, assemblies and components and to prepare and issue documentation and drawings as required by the Product Development Process (PDP). This includes continuous improvement of techniques
• Working in project teams on the development of concepts and be responsible for the testing, investigation and verification of your concepts and designs
• Paying particular attention to the implementation of the function, hygienic and cleaning aspects, reliability, safety, production technologies and cost price
• To action the mechanical design and development of new machinery, assemblies and components, to satisfy the design and cost requirements and relevant international standards to prepare assembly/detail drawings and part lists
• Communicate changes or updates in content of documentation
• Perform evaluations, testing and analyses at customer site
• Stay up to date with the relevant developments in the field of mechanical engineering
• Communicate in cross functional teams
• Contribute to team collaboration and build team spirit

Skills And Abilities

• Creative thinker
• Knowledge of mechatronics and how it interacts with mechanical engineering
• Ability and interest in working with people from a different cultural background
• Ability to work independently, while being a team player
• Good knowledge of mechanical technology and trends
• Ability to exercise good communication skills at all levels
• Maintain positive attitude under stress and pressure
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Good organizational skills, the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects

Qualifications

• BSc in Mechanical Engineering or in related fields, Master’s degree in relevant field is a plus. Technical Degree can also suffice
• Experience in comparable role
• Experience in the design of technical systems is desirable, preferably in the food industry
• Experience with drawing tools, databases, and programming for preparation of documentation
• Knowledge and understanding of the interaction between documentation and the integration to ERP-systems
• The job requires the ability to travel on an as-needs basis
• Good English skills, both written and verbal
• Experience in and comfort working in multi-cultural, multi-discipline organization is an advantage

Travel & Location:

You will be on site at our Apex, NC facility. The position will require a maximum of 20-50% travel (Domestic and International) Why work at JBT Marel. A single period of travel could be as much as a month but normally no more than 2 weeks per trip. Must be able to obtain a Passport and rent a vehicle.

We are committed to our employees and provide development opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself as our colleague, with our customers and within communities.

We seek to understand and include diverse perspectives and cultures enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.

We foster growth as we courage you to challenge yourself and others, staying curious and dreaming big as you feed your growth here at JBT Marel.

Benefits:

• JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity:

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are fundamental values to JBT and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.

Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process

JBT Marel uses technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support the review of applications.

These tools help our recruiting teams identify skills and experience relevant to the role based on job-related criteria.

All applications are reviewed by people, and AI is not used to make hiring decisions independently. We are committed to fair, consistent and inclusive hiring practices globally.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.