Field Service Engineer – Electrical Controls (Poultry) – Travel

JBT Marel Corporation; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

life insurance

short‑term and long‑term disability

family leave

vision coverage

matched 401(k) plan

Job summary

JBT Marel is seeking a Field Service Engineer Control Systems to install and maintain our machines at customer sites. The role emphasizes electrical cabinet work, PLC troubleshooting, and hands-on problem solving while traveling to locations to complete installations.

Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree and experience with electrical cabinets or software installation. A strong customer-facing attitude, flexibility, and travel readiness are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechatronics, EE, or automation engineering.
• Relevant experience with electrical cabinets, software installation, and PLC troubleshooting.
• Willingness to travel 65-80%.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute the controls (electrical cabinets/software/PLC) part of installation jobs.
• Conduct service visits and troubleshoot production issues at customer sites.
• Supervise local staff on larger installation projects.
• Report progress to customers and maintain clear communication.
• Train customers and colleagues; document outcomes and lessons learned.
• Prepare next projects and report on completed work.

Skills

PLC troubleshooting

Field service

Electrical systems

Analytical problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechatronics

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Automation Engineering

Vocational degree in related field

Tools

PLC programming software

Electrical cabinet rebuild

Job description

JBT Marel is seeking a Field Service Engineer Control Systems to install and maintain our machines at customer sites. The role emphasizes electrical cabinet work, PLC troubleshooting, and hands-on problem solving while traveling to locations to complete installations.

Applicants should have a relevant engineering degree and experience with electrical cabinets or software installation. A strong customer-facing attitude, flexibility, and travel readiness are essential for success in this role.