Mechanical Engineer

JBT MAREL CORPORATION; Eastlake (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) with company match

Day 1 benefits

Job summary

JBT Marel Corporation in Eastlake, Ohio, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to design, update, and modify high-speed bottling and can filling equipment. The role centers on capital equipment design, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration within a PDM-controlled environment.

Responsibilities include BOM management, SolidWorks modeling, vendor drawings, and ECO processes. Onsite with ~15% travel, you will help ensure manufacturability and project success while contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in beverage/packaging equipment design is preferred.
• Experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling and PDM or similar vault is required/beneficial.
• AutoCAD, FEA, and CFD experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage BOM and drawing changes through ECO process in a PDM system.
• Design and develop parts and assemblies using SolidWorks; create drawings for manufacturing.
• Create vendor control drawings from vendor-supplied components.
• Prepare mechanical support for projects, including fixtures and layout drawings.
• Convert legacy drawings from AutoCAD to SolidWorks.
• Support project team and document needs and changes from customer interactions.
• Assist in FAT preparation and execution; participate in value engineering events.
• Travel onsite ~15% and collaborate with customers and teammates.

Skills

SolidWorks

PDM

AutoCAD

FEA

CFD

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

AutoCAD

Job description

At JBTMarel, what we do matters. We transform the future of food to become the global leader in food and beverage technology. As our Mechanical Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, updating, and modifying large high‑speed bottle and can filling equipment. Your primary focus will be on capital equipment design and support, as well as standardization and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage BOM and drawing changes through a standard revision/Engineering Change Order (ECO) process in a PDM controlled system.
• Design and develop parts and assemblies using SolidWorks. Create models, assembly drawings, and manufacturing/fabrication drawings.
• Gather detailed information on vendor‑supplied components and create vendor control drawings.
• Prepare any additional mechanical support needed for projects such as welding/machining fixtures, layout drawings, field installation procedures, and other pertinent documentation.
• Convert legacy drawings from AutoCAD or .tif to SolidWorks.
• Develop subject‑matter expertise on assigned product line.
• Check and review drawings and documents for accuracy and errors. Ensure designs and drawings are functional and manufacturable.
• Capture meeting minutes and other notes from customer interaction to document needs and changes during the project.
• Work with little direction and support the project team in the successful completion of multiple projects.
• Participate in RCI to drive improvements for Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost, supporting company goals/objectives and exceeding customers' expectations.
• Track costs, including personal time and spend, to keep budgets and notify proper resources of expanded costs.
• Document sources and history of design development throughout the project.
• Assist in FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) preparation and execution.
• Assist in VAVE (Value Assessment, Value Engineering) events and support as needed.
• Assist in shop and installation support work as needed, either in the office or on site.
• Interact directly with customers to define scope of work and understand their needs and wants.
• Provide technical direction and information to customers and coworkers.
• Generate text for proposals, specifications, narratives, and other documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology.
• Minimum 3 years of experience, preferably in beverage/packaging equipment design.
• Experience using SolidWorks for 3D modeling.
• Experience using PDM or other drawing vault.
• AutoCAD, FEA, and CFD experience preferred.
• Integrity to support ethical engineering decisions.
• Ability to collaborate with fellow engineering professionals, customers, and coworkers.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Travel & Location: This position is onsite and requires approximately 15% travel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, family leave, vision coverage.
• Matched 401(k) plan.
• Other benefits on day 1 of employment.

Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBTMarel and critical to our success. A sustained effort to work towards DEIB goals is a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment

JBTMarel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law is not tolerated. The company will accommodate applicants needing adjustments throughout the application or interview process.