Senior Mechanical Engineer II

JBT Marel•Chalfont, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

At JBT Marel, the purpose is to transform the future of food and to partner with customers through sustainable innovation. As a Senior Mechanical Engineer II, you will lead the design, development, and continuous improvement of automated industrial equipment and material handling solutions, focusing on product engineering, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization. You will own complex engineering challenges, guide less experienced engineers and engineering vendors, and collaborate across disciplines to develop practical solutions. The role calls for strong engineering fundamentals, hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to lead projects from concept through production. The position is based onsite in Chalfont, Pennsylvania, with domestic travel of up to 20%.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
7+ years of relevant mechanical design or product engineering experience.
Proficiency with 3D CAD software; Creo and Windchill preferred.
Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, DFMEA, materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering analysis.
Experience leading technical projects.
Experience developing engineering specifications and documentation.
Ability to independently solve complex engineering problems and make sound technical decisions.
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Hands-on mechanical aptitude and experience supporting equipment development and troubleshooting.

Nice To Haves

Product design and lifecycle engineering experience.
Lean design and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) experience.
Experience designing hydraulic and electromechanical systems.
Experience designing automated equipment and material handling systems.
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Knowledge of machining, fabrication, and welding processes.
Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Technical leadership and mentoring experience.
Python or other programming languages.

Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using 3D CAD software.
Develop engineering specifications, design calculations, technical documentation, drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
Lead mechanical engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through manufacturing, testing, and commissioning.
Apply lean design principles and Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) to improve product performance, cost, and manufacturability.
Design and integrate mechanical, hydraulic, and electromechanical systems.
Perform engineering analysis and design reviews to ensure functionality, safety, reliability, and compliance with applicable standards.
Mentor less experienced engineers and provide technical guidance on engineering best practices.
Collaborate with production, electrical and software engineering, purchasing, and service teams to deliver engineering solutions.
Work with suppliers and vendors to evaluate components, resolve technical challenges, and support engineering deliverables.
Lead hands-on troubleshooting, testing, root cause analysis, and design validation.
Drive product standardization, design optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage engineering changes and maintain accurate product documentation within PLM systems.
Travel domestically up to 20% and report onsite in Chalfont, PA.