Field Service Engineer - Electrical Controls PLCs (Travel)

JBT Marel Corporation; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Family leave

Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Job summary

JBT Marel Corporation is seeking a Field Service Engineer Controls Systems to install and maintain our machines at customer sites across regional locations. You will handle electrical cabinets, PLCs and software, while documenting progress and training customers on operations.

You should be technically inclined, able to travel frequently (65–80%), and comfortable working hands-on with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Growth opportunities and on‑the‑job training are provided.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical or automation engineering or an equivalent vocational degree with years of experience.
• Experience with electrical cabinet rebuild, software install/configuration and PLC troubleshooting helps.
• Interest in process engineering or food production is a plus.
• Willing to travel 65-80% for field assignments; open to both graduates and experienced candidates.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain customer machines, including controls and software.
• Prepare, execute, and document installation jobs and progress reports.
• Conduct service visits and troubleshoot production issues on site.
• Supervise local staff on larger installations and communicate with customers.
• Train customers and colleagues; feed back results and plan upcoming projects.
• Attend regular meetings with manager and team, maintain ongoing documentation.

Skills

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Willing to travel

Service mindset

Independent work

Flexibility

Stress resilience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics / Electrical / Automation

Tools

Electrical cabinet work

PLC troubleshooting

Software installation

Configuration

Job description

JBT Marel Corporation is seeking a Field Service Engineer Controls Systems to install and maintain our machines at customer sites across regional locations. You will handle electrical cabinets, PLCs and software, while documenting progress and training customers on operations.

You should be technically inclined, able to travel frequently (65–80%), and comfortable working hands-on with strong problem-solving and communication skills. Growth opportunities and on‑the‑job training are provided.