Field Service Engineer - Food Processing Equipment

About the role

JBT Marel is looking for a skilled, customer-focused Field Service Engineer to support its customers across Portugal, Spain and the wider EMEA region. The role involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising advanced food processing equipment, combining technical problem-solving with customer interaction in an international setting.

Key responsibilities

• Install, commission, maintain and repair equipment at customer sites across Iberia and EMEA
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues on advanced processing equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to maximise equipment uptime and efficiency
• Support customers with operational, maintenance and technical guidance
• Train operators and maintenance teams on equipment use and best practices
• Prepare service reports, technical documentation and follow-up recommendations
• Identify spare parts needs and recommend upgrades or improvements
• Collaborate with internal engineering, technical support and project teams, and support larger installation and upgrade projects when required

Required profile

• Hands-on, solution-oriented engineer who enjoys travelling and building customer relationships
• Comfortable working independently while staying connected to an international team
• Fluent Spanish and/or Portuguese, with good English
• Valid driving licence and passport required
• Willingness to travel extensively across Portugal, Spain and the EMEA region

Required skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting skills with electrical knowledge
• Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience in field service, industrial maintenance or manufacturing
• Understanding of mechanical systems and ability to read technical drawings and schematics
• Food processing or automated industrial equipment experience is an advantage

What we offer

• A highly international, technical role with regional responsibility
• Ongoing technical and personal development opportunities
• Competitive salary and travel-related benefits
• Career growth within a global organisation