Electrical Controls and Software Engineer

JBT MAREL CORPORATION; City of Kingston (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Family leave

Vision coverage

Matched 401(k) plan

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking an Electrical Controls and Software Engineer to design, develop, and supervise electrical control systems and software. You will report to the Sr Manager, Engineering. This onsite role in the United States includes travel about 10% and a salary range of $85,000–$115,000 based on location, qualifications, and experience.

Qualifications include a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 5 years of experience, knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens PLC development software, AutoCAD

Qualifications

• B.S. Electrical Engineering degree.
• 5 years electrical and controls experience.
• Experience with Rockwell and Siemens PLC development software.
• Experience with Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical software.
• Experience with North America electrical codes and industry standards (UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC, IEC).

Responsibilities

• Develop control systems designs, including PLC & HMI programming, validation, and implementation.
• Perform calculations, design validations, and use AutoCAD.
• Support customers and internal functions with electrical and controls expertise.
• Estimate and manage control systems design labor and materials.
• Lead continuous improvement within the electrical & controls group.
• Generate engineering procedures and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and equipment.

Education

B.S. Electrical Engineering

Tools

Rockwell PLC programming

Siemens PLC programming

AutoCAD Electrical

NA electrical codes (UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC, IEC)

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.

As our Electrical Controls and Software Engineer you will report to the Sr Manager, Engineering. You will design, develop, and supervise all aspects of electrical control systems, equipment, and machinery. Responsible for the design, build, validation, installation, and technical support of controls system hardware and software.

On a given day, you may:

• Develop Control Systems designs. Includes gathering requirements, systems level design, PLC & HMI programming, system validation, and implementation.
• Includes calculations, design validations, and the use of AutoCAD.
• Support customers and corporate functions across the organization with leadership and expertise in the area of electrical and controls design, implementation and support.
• Estimate and manage control systems design labor and materials.
• Participate in and lead continuous improvement efforts within the electrical & controls group.
• Generate engineering procedures and guidelines and ensure compliance with engineering, company, industry and governmental requirements applicable to electrical and controls and encompassing best practices.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and equipment.

Requirements for the role:

• B.S. Electrical Engineering.
• 5 years electrical and controls experience.
• Knowledge of Rockwell and Siemens development software used to program PLCs.
• Knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical software.
• Experience with North America electrical codes and industry standards used in equipment design including but not limited to UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC and IEC.
• Experience with designing electrical circuits and panels for industrial equipment and perform electrical design calculations including those applicable to safety circuit ratings.

The estimated annual salary range for this role is $85,000 - $115,000. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications and prior experience.

You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Travel & Location

This position is onsite and we ask that you travel approximately 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Family leave
• Vision coverage
• Matched 401(k) plan

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel 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.

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.

We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects. We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!

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. We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

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.