Field Service Engineer - Food Processing Equipment (Spain & Portugal)

About the role

JBT Marel is looking for a skilled, customer-focused Field Service Engineer to support its customers across Spain, Portugal and the wider EMEA region. The role covers the Fish Division and involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising advanced food processing equipment so that customers get maximum performance and reliability. It suits someone who combines 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 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
• Work with internal engineering, technical support and project teams, and support larger installation and upgrade projects when required

Required profile

• Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience in field service, industrial maintenance or manufacturing environments
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems with electrical fault-finding capability
• Experience with food processing or automated industrial equipment is an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Fluent Spanish and/or Portuguese, with good English
• Valid driving licence and passport
• Willingness to travel extensively across Iberia and EMEA

Required skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting and electrical fault-finding
• Installation, commissioning and preventive maintenance
• Customer-facing communication and independent work

What we offer

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