Senior Field Engineer

Jbt Marel Corporation
  • Chalfont, Pennsylvania
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    This position supports a customer-dedicated SME program with the objective of enabling site teams to use a consistent troubleshooting methodology and to independently assess system performance issues. Supported personnel should be capable of formulating clear, data-supported problem statements and progressing toward resolution using established processes and tools.

    Work Location: Dayton, OH (On-site; relocation required)

    POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Lead and oversee training of site representatives on structured problem assessment, data gathering, and effective troubleshooting practices.

    • Mentor site personnel to ensure a consistent problem-solving approach using internal methodology.

    • Drive reduction of system stops/errors and support system optimization, reliability improvements, and operational efficiency at assigned sites.

    • Partner with Internal SMEs and site personnel to ensure consistent program outcomes (training effectiveness, stop/error reduction, optimization targets).

    • Provide initial focus on sensor calibration best practices, including identifying when recalibration or deeper review is needed for underperforming vehicles related to automation kit performance.

    • Coach site teams on what to look for during issue assessment and how to build clear, data-supported problem statements.

    • Perform self-directed work based on site performance and operational priorities; establish daily/weekly objectives and track progress.

    • Provide ideas, examples, and guidance to address difficult or recurring problems.

    • Make software and hardware adjustments as needed to improve performance and reduce recurrence of issues.

    • Monitor and interpret system performance metrics; identify trends, anomalies, and improvement opportunities.

    • Deliver training and serve as a technical interface for operational stakeholders.

    • Collaborate with other engineers on projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

    • Travel to additional sites as required based on program needs.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

    No direct people-management responsibilities. However, training and mentoring of site resources is critical to the success of this role and the customer-dedicated SME program.

    SKILLS AND ABILITIES

    Communication:

    • Ability to communicate highly technical information to varied audiences and tailor messaging for less technical stakeholders.

    • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and work instructions/technical notes.

    • Ability to present information effectively and respond to questions from managers, engineers, and site stakeholders.

    Technical/Math:

    • Ability to apply probability/statistics and fundamentals of geometry/trigonometry to practical situations.

    • Comfort with fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.

    • Familiarity with controls theory concepts (e.g., PID loops) and mathematical models of system control.

    Reasoning/Problem Solving:

    • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

    • Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical/diagram form and work across abstract and concrete variables.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChalfont, Pennsylvania

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