The posting
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.
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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 2 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
We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.
We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical, Dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and 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.
JBT Marel 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.
