Control Engineer

Overview At JBT Marel, the things we do matter, 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 are Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation. You will report to Manager, Engineering Opportunity JBT Marel is looking for a Controls Engineer in Apex, NC. You will be responsible for the engineering of electrical control systems which include primary functions and safety related control systems for new machines produced by Tipper Tie. This includes designing electrical, electronic and pneumatic systems according to the appropriate domestic and international industry standards as well as internal ISO requirements. The tasks are versatile and comprise all the phases of electrical engineering, from written documentation, design calculations, design verification / validation, BOM creation, and controls research. Responsibilities Work with the industries/product groups to create requirements for electrical control systems Responsible for technical design specification as well as the development of programs to run on required control components which include PLC’s, HMI’s, safety controllers, and drives systems Design electrical control systems containing PLC, HMI, Safety controllers and Drive systems Perform testing and verification of proper machine operation based on machine specifications Perform required design calculations Participate in installing, operating and testing equipment in-house Support the operational organization with panel manufacturing Responsible for maintenance and version control of existing documentation, programs and schematics Support Sales and Tech Services for newly released products and/or unexpected machine performance Qualifications University degree in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Experience with engineering of electrical control systems, preferably in the food industry Strong English skills, both written and verbal 3-5 years’ experience programming PLC’s and HMI interfaces Proficiency with Rockwell, Siemens, and Lenze controls is preferred Experience with preparation of electrical documentation and associated drawing tools; E-plan experience preferable Proficient with MS Windows based operating systems and MS Office applications Experience in and comfort working in multi-cultural, multi-discipline organization is an advantage Familiar with NFPA, UL, CE, and ISO standards Familiar with the setup and use of network communication using Ethernet protocols and other fieldbus protocols like EtherNet/IP and Profinet Experience in the design and use of pneumatic circuits and control valves is preferred You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future Travel & Location You will be on site at our Apex, NC facility. The position will require a maximum of 20-50% travel (Domestic and International). Benefits & DEIB 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 & Equal Opportunity Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are fundamental values to JBT 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. 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. 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr