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Field Service Engineer

JBT Marel · Remote · Full time

Posted Aug 6, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Walk me through a system installation and commissioning you handled from arrival on site to handoff.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the full sequence of mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and controls work on a real install.

You will lead the customer's maintenance crew and contractors on site. Tell me about a time you led people who did not report to you.

What they are checking: Whether they can earn cooperation and keep control of a job site through respect and clarity.

How would you train customers and staff in both a classroom and hands-on at the machine?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain complex equipment simply and check that people actually learned it.

What would you do

The project is running over budget because of an issue nobody planned for. How do you handle it with the project team and the customer?

What they are checking: Whether they raise problems early and honestly instead of hiding overruns until the end.

When you are not on a customer site, you support platform testing and other departments. How do you stay useful between trips?

What they are checking: Whether they can shift into in-house work productively rather than treating home time as downtime.

How do you handle a customer who is unhappy with how the equipment is performing after install?

What they are checking: Whether they listen, find facts and protect the relationship while solving the real problem.

About the work

An intensifier on an ultra-high pressure system is leaking. How do you approach it safely?

What they are checking: Whether they respect stored energy at up to 120,000 psi and isolate and depressurize before any work.

How would you troubleshoot a directional valve that is not shifting on a 3,000 psi hydraulic system?

What they are checking: Whether they check electrical signal, pilot pressure and spool condition in a sensible order.

How comfortable are you going online with ControlLogix using RSLogix 5000 to diagnose a fault?

What they are checking: Whether they can read ladder logic and trace inputs and outputs, not just reset faults and hope.

You are working on systems from 24VDC to 480VAC. What are your lockout and electrical safety habits?

What they are checking: Whether they practice verified isolation every time, since high voltage leaves no room for shortcuts.

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The full job description

As published by JBT Marel.

Overview ... At JBT Marel Corporation, 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 report to the Field Service & Technical Support Manager The Opportunity ... You will Install and commission new systems within the schedule and budget provided by the project team. This includes all aspects of: o Mechanical systems o Hydraulic systems (up to 3,000psi) o Ultra high pressure fluid systems (up to 120,000psi) o Electrical systems (24VDC to 480 VAC) o Controls systems (RS Logix5000, ControlLogix and Ethernet) • Hydraulic system troubleshooting and rebuilding of variable pumps, directional valves, relief valves and intensifiers. • Centrifugal pump troubleshooting and rebuild. Working on filtration systems. • Administration and reporting of projects. • Lead on site project staff, consisting of customer maintenance crew and external contractors. • You will train customers and Avure staff through both classroom settings and practical applications. • Personal and site staff safety. • Quality assurance. • Customer relations. • Remote support of customers and coworkers. • Support other departments and sites, including areas of engineering listed above. • Individual development. • Other responsibilities as assigned. • Requires heavy traveling – 70% or more. • AAS or equivalent education/work experience. • 3+5 years of experience in a Field Service Technician capacity. • Willing to travel up to 90%, domestically and internationally. • You will read and interpret hydraulic, electrical and mechanical prints; along with PLC ladder logic. • Familiar with cooling, pneumatic and high/low pressure systems. • Use torque wrenches. • Use measurement instruments. • Excellent verbal and writing with proficiency in Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets) and web-based data bases. • Proficiency in electro-mechanical systems. • Experience installing multimillion dollar capital equipment products. • You will coordinate, set priorities and lead a large project that includes: crane operations, rigging, electrical installation, and plumbing. • Demonstrated experience working with PLC's, HMI and SCADA systems. • Experience with ultra-high pressure or water jet cutting machines. • Previous work experience in a food processing facility. • Valid Driver's License and valid passport. Why work at JBT ... Travel Requirements: Approximately 70% 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. Annual Range is $40 to $44 per hour plus benefits incentive plans and overtime. Compensation may vary based on skills. Commitment to Diversity: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value 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. · 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! Use of Technology in Our Hiring Process 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 HR.Lakeland@jbtc.com . #LI-CH1 #LI-remote This is a remote position

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