Development Engineer

We’re Hiring: Development Engineer

Location: Helsingborg - Rännarbanan

Employment Type: Fulltime, Hybrid

Department: Innovation, Freezing Solutions

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About the role

In Helsingborg, we design and build large-scale industrial equipment used primarily for freezing and chilling of food products. Our systems combine advanced refrigeration technology with specialized airflow, heat transfer, conveying, and mechanical solutions to create equipment for some of the world's biggest food producers.

You will be part of the Innovation department, a multidisciplinary team consisting of Development Engineers, Technical Project Managers, and technical specialists working together to drive New Product Development (NPD) projects. In this collaborative environment, you will contribute both independently and as part of cross-functional project teams, working closely not only with colleagues within Innovation, but also with Manufacturing, Service, Sales, Supply Chain, and other functions across the organization to transform customer and business needs into innovative technical solutions.

What you will do

• Participate in New Product Development (NPD) projects from concept through validation and implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.
• Develop and improve products, systems, and technical solutions for industrial freezing applications.
• Investigate complex technical challenges and propose innovative, practical solutions.
• Define development plans, objectives, and validation activities together with cross-functional teams.
• Design, execute, and evaluate tests on concepts, prototypes, and new product features.
• Prepare and review technical documentation, specifications, reports, and engineering drawings.
• Support project planning by tracking development activities, milestones, and technical deliverables.
• Work closely with manufacturing and service teams to ensure successful implementation of new solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Support and share knowledge with colleagues across the organization.

What kind of person are you?

You are an engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges and turning ideas into practical solutions. You combine analytical thinking with creativity and are comfortable working independently while collaborating across functions. You are curious, hands-on, and motivated by seeing your developments tested and implemented in real industrial applications.

Hard Skills & Experience

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience working with industrial equipment, machinery, or complex engineered systems.
• Experience in product development, engineering design, or technical project work within industrial equipment or manufacturing environments.
• Experience working with 3D CAD modeling tools; experience with PTC Creo is considered an advantage
• Ability to analyze technical problems and develop structured solutions.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken.

Soft Skills & Mindset

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Self-driven with a high level of ownership and accountability.
• Structured and organized, with attention to both details and overall objectives.
• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across functions.
• Curious mindset with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment where priorities evolve with business needs.

What’s in it for you?

• Work with highly specialized products used by leading global food manufacturers.
• Direct access to production and testing facilities where you can validate and refine your solutions.
• A collaborative R&D environment focused on innovation, knowledge sharing, and technical excellence.
• Opportunities to deepen expertise across multiple engineering disciplines, from product design and validation to simulation, testing, and system optimization.
• The role offers potential opportunities for travel related to development projects, testing, supplier collaboration, and customer support activities.
• The chance to see your ideas progress from concept to real-world implementation.

Why Join Us?

At JBT Marel, what we do matters. Our people make the difference, and their contribution drives our success. Our purpose is to transform the future of food, guiding our vision to be the leading partner in sustainable food industry solutions. There’s nothing like the feeling you get when you do something worthwhile for a living. That said, coming home from work knowing you made a difference is just one of the great things you can experience at JBT Marel. You can expect:

• Freedom to take initiative and make a real impact in a growing global business
• An environment of trust and respect with space to explore and fail
• A network of specialists who are always willing to help
• A healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements
• Endless possibilities to keep learning: access to Linkedin Learning and Busuu language learning
• Work in an inclusive, international team culture where collaboration and innovation are key.
• To get a career instead of a job. We have many opportunities for internal growth; and we encourage it!

📩 How to Apply

We’re excited to learn how you can contribute to our mission of smarter, safer food inspection. Apply now and join a team transforming the future of food processing.

📧 Questions? Contact: Katrina Nana Maniga– Katrina.Maniga@jbtmarel.com

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Marel is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Join us — and be the driving force behind smarter, leaner food production.

Join us - and help shape the future of JBT Marel.

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.

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