27 May 2026

(Sr.) Field Service Engineer Poultry -- Primary Processing

JBT Marel

Boxmeer

27 May 2026

Apply

JBT Marel seeks a Field Service Engineer for poultry primary processing systems in Boxmeer, Netherlands. The role involves installation, commissioning, and optimization of stunning, scalding, and defeathering equipment, ensuring compliance with animal welfare standards. Requires mechanical expertise, international travel (60%), and strong ethical responsibility.

HybridFull-timeEntry LevelMechanical EngineeringMechatronics

(Sr.) Field Service Engineer Poultry -- Primary Processing

Apply

HybridFull-timeEntry LevelMechanical Engineering

Salary

Not specified

Work Location

Boxmeer, North Brabant, Netherlands, NL

Work Model

Hybrid

Employment Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Not Applicable

Core Qualifications

Technical (Must-have)

Mechanical EngineeringMechatronicsInstallationCommissioningRoot cause analysisProcess parametersAnimal welfare regulations

Soft Skills

Process awarenessEthical responsibilityCommunicationProblem solvingCollaborationTrainingAutonomy

Preferred Qualifications

Technical (Nice-to-have)

Food processing industry experience

Key Responsibilities

•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Electrical Stunning and Controlled Atmosphere Stunning Systems
•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Post stunning process equipment
•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Immersion scalding and AeroScalding systems
•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Pluckers, finishers and complete defeathering modules
•Safeguard compliance with animal welfare regulations (EU and international standards)
•Evaluate stunning behavior and performance and correct stunning parameters
•Safeguard customer demands on primary and end product quality
•Safeguard controlled scalding temperature and dwell times
•Safeguard optimal defeathering performance with respect to performance and carcass damage
•Lead commissioning of complete primary processing sections
•Optimize process parameters in collaboration with production management
•Perform root cause analysis on welfare deviations or quality issues
•Act as escalation point during critical start-ups
•Provide structured reporting and technical feedback to engineering
•Train customers on correct machine setup, welfare compliance and preventive maintenance
•Advise customers on process improvements and upgrades

Field Service EngineerPoultry ProcessingPrimary ProcessingAnimal WelfareInstallationCommissioningMechanical EngineeringInternational TravelHybridFull-time

Key Responsibilities

•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Electrical Stunning and Controlled Atmosphere Stunning Systems

•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Post stunning process equipment

•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Immersion scalding and AeroScalding systems

•Installation, commissioning and optimization of Pluckers, finishers and complete defeathering modules

•Safeguard compliance with animal welfare regulations (EU and international standards)

•Evaluate stunning behavior and performance and correct stunning parameters

•Safeguard customer demands on primary and end product quality

•Safeguard controlled scalding temperature and dwell times

•Safeguard optimal defeathering performance with respect to performance and carcass damage

•Lead commissioning of complete primary processing sections

•Optimize process parameters in collaboration with production management

•Perform root cause analysis on welfare deviations or quality issues

•Act as escalation point during critical start-ups

•Provide structured reporting and technical feedback to engineering

•Train customers on correct machine setup, welfare compliance and preventive maintenance

•Advise customers on process improvements and upgrades