Mechanical Engineering Jobs

We’re looking for a Mechanical Engineer to design and test mechanical systems for food equipment machinery. You’ll work with cross‑functional teams to define customer needs, develop new features, and ensure designs meet specifications. Important responsibilities include CAD layouts, DFMEA, cost estimations, and solving mechanical field problems. Work in teams on the development of concepts, testing, investigation and verification of designs

Pay attention to the implementation of the function, cleaning aspects, reliability, safety, production technologies and cost price

Build the maintenance and mechanical design of machinery, layouts, assemblies and components, to fulfill the design and requirements, and prepare assembly/detail drawings and part lists

Work on the mechanical deliverables according to plan

Make sure that the work is carried out following Company guidelines (MEDS) and international standards

Delegate tasks to engineering partners as part of the role

Knowledge of relevant production techniques, materials and components

Knowledge of the food processing industry requirements

Experience with mechanics and industrial automation

Work with customers, vendors and co‑workers in a courteous and tactful manner

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Diploma in Mechanical Technology or comparable work experience

Experience with or knowledge of 3D design tools

5+ years of experience in automatic, industrial food processing equipment or similar fields in product development

Proficiency in CAD systems such as AutoCAD, Inventor, Creo, or similar

Demonstrated mechanical aptitude through hands‑on experience in design, testing, or troubleshooting

Experience with mechanical design principles and product development processes

Apply advanced mathematical concepts and engineering principles

Familiarity with lifecycle management of design data, including CAD models, drawings, and ECNs

Travel & Location

Onsite in Kingston, NY, and travel as needed to customers and JBT Marel sites

JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of 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 are fundamental values to JBT and critical to our future success. 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.

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