Mechanical Engineer - Automated Material Handling Design

JBT Marel Corporation; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Family leave

Vision coverage

Matched 401(k)

Job summary

JBT Marel in Chalfont, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to design, development, and continuous improvement of automated industrial equipment and material handling solutions.

You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions from concept to manufacturing, testing, and commissioning. Occasional travel and hands-on problem-solving are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 0–3 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably Creo and Windchill.
• Knowledge of mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; effective communication and teamwork.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Preferred: GD&T, DFMA, PLM, FEA, Python.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD software.
• Create engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation.
• Support projects through the product lifecycle from concept to manufacturing, testing, and commissioning.
• Apply lean design principles and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA).
• Perform engineering calculations and evaluate designs for functionality, safety, reliability, and cost.
• Collaborate with production, electrical and software engineering, purchasing, and service teams to deliver engineering solutions.
• Work with suppliers and vendors to support engineering deliverables.
• Travel (up to 20%) domestically and report onsite in Chalfont, PA.

Skills

3D CAD (Creo/Windchill)

Mechanical design principles

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

PLM systems

FEA

Python

Job description

JBT Marel in Chalfont, PA is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to design, development, and continuous improvement of automated industrial equipment and material handling solutions.

You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions from concept to manufacturing, testing, and commissioning. Occasional travel and hands-on problem-solving are required.