Sr. Software and Controls Engineer

JBT MAREL CORPORATION; Sandusky (OH); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Short-term & long-term disability

Family leave

Vision coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

JBT Marel in Sandusky, OH is seeking an Electrical Controls Engineer to design and direct controls systems for industrial ovens and hot baking equipment. The role combines on-site and remote work in a hybrid setup and reports to the Engineering Manager.

You will guide drafters, select components, perform design calculations, and validate systems. Travel up to 20% is expected to support customers and vendors as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Associates degree with 5+ years of electrical and controls experience.
• Expertise using Rockwell software for industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical software.
• Knowledge of North America electrical codes and standards (UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC, IEC).
• Ability to design electrical circuits and panels and perform design calculations.
• Experience with VFDs, proximity switches, safety devices, SCADA, and HMIs.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% to customer/vendor locations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and direct Controls Systems designs of industrial equipment, including improvements to existing equipment designs and developing new equipment designs.
• Provide guidance to drafters to create drawings and select components within the controls framework.
• Perform data calculations, system validation, and implementation.
• Provide technical accountability within the electrical/controls engineering staff through development of concepts and designs, review of drawings, problem resolution, and troubleshooting.
• Support customers and corporate functions with expertise in electrical and control system design, implementation and support.
• Work closely with customers, Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Customer Care, and Project Management to achieve objectives.
• Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and equipment.
• Estimate and track control systems design labor and materials.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts within electrical & controls group.

Skills

Electrical controls design

Rockwell software

AutoCAD Electrical

Electrical codes

VFDs & HMIs

SCADA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Associates degree in related field

Tools

Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical

Job description

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. You will be aligned to the Prepared Foods Division and located in Sandusky, OH. You will report to the Engineering Manager. You will design electrical controls systems for the oven and hot baking food processing equipment built at the Sandusky OH factory. This role has a hybrid schedule - 3 days onsite/2 days remote. #hybrid

On any given day you will: Develop and direct Controls Systems designs of industrial equipment, including improvements to existing equipment designs and developing new equipment designs. Give guidance to the drafters to create drawings. Selects components, sizing, fitting within the controls framework, calculates the data to ensure compliance to equipment operations. Gathering requirements, systems level design, PLC & HMI programming, system validation, and implementation. Includes calculations, design validations, and the use of AutoCAD Electric Provide technical accountability within the electrical/controls engineering staff through the collaborative development of concepts and designs, review of electrical designs/engineering documentation, problem resolution, and troubleshooting of equipment. Support customers and corporate functions across the organization with expertise in the area of electrical and control system design, implementation and support Works closely with customers, Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Customer Care, and Project Management with minimal oversight to achieve project objectives. Troubleshoot electrical and controls systems and equipment Estimate and track control systems design labor and materials Participate in continuous improvement efforts within electrical & controls group and participate in continuous improvement across the organization Ensure compliance with engineering procedures and guidelines, industry standards and practices, and governmental regulations applicable to electrical design of industrial equipment that is designed, developed, and manufactured by JBT Marel.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Associates degree in related field with min 5 years of electrical and controls experience Expertise using Rockwell software, designing electrical and controls for industrial equipment.
• Expertise in Rockwell development software used to program PLCs.
• Knowledge of Autodesk AutoCAD Electrical software Knowledge and understanding of the North America electrical codes and industry standards used in equipment design including but not limited to UL, CSA, NFPA, NEC and IEC Ability to design electrical circuits and panels for industrial equipment and perform electrical design calculations including those applicable to safety circuit ratings.
• Knowledge of industrial equipment such as VFDs, proximity switches, safety devices, SCADA, and HMIs NFPA level National fire protection agency is a plus Ability to travel to customer/vendor locations planned in advanced up to 20% #hybrid #LI-SH1

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• family leave
• vision coverage
• a 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.

JBTMarel 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.

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 844-286-4524.24.

Welcome to our temporary careers site. While we finalize our new website, you can explore open roles and start your career journey with JBT Marel here. 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.