Mechanical Design Engineer

JBT Marel is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team in Helsingborg, Sweden, where advanced industrial food processing equipment is designed, built, and tested under one roof. This is a hands-on engineering role where your designs don’t stay on a screen — they become real machines on the shop floor.
You’ll be part of a collaborative team of around 35 engineers, working closely with production, testing, and suppliers. If you enjoy customer-specific design, technical problem-solving, and taking ownership of your projects, this is an environment where you can grow and make a tangible impact.
What you’ll be doing
Lead mechanical design activities for both small and large customer projects
Design and adapt large-scale industrial machinery to customer requirements using 3D CAD
Troubleshoot technical issues and respond to engineering questions from customers and suppliers
Drive product improvements and contribute to R&D and innovation initiatives
Collaborate closely with engineering, production, testing, and supplier teams
Take ownership of project progress by proactively gathering information and coordinating internally
Support continuous improvement across mechanical design standards and solutions
About you
You’re a practical, solution-oriented engineer who enjoys seeing ideas turn into working equipment. You’re comfortable taking responsibility, working independently when needed, and collaborating across teams to move projects forward.
You’ll bring:
A structured and analytical engineering mindset
Strong ownership and accountability for your work
Confidence working on customer-specific technical solutions
The ability to balance independent work with teamwork
A proactive approach to problem-solving and information gathering
Experience & Education
Degree in Mechanical Engineering
2+ years of experience in mechanical design (industrial machinery, sheet metal, or automation are an advantage); we also welcome candidates with more senior experience who are looking to take on broader technical responsibility.
Solid experience with 3D CAD (Creo and Windchill strongly preferred)
Experience working in a production- or project-oriented engineering environment
Fluent in English; Swedish language skills are an advantage
What’s in it for you
Hands-on work with complex, large-scale mechanical systems
Direct access to assembly and testing facilities — see your designs built and tested on site
Hybrid working model: minimum 3 days per week in the Helsingborg office
Opportunities for technical specialization and long-term career development
A collaborative engineering culture where ideas move quickly into reality
Location
This role is based in Helsingborg, with easy access from Malmö, Lund, Landskrona, Ängelholm, and surrounding areas. If you are open to relocating, please note this in your application.
Who we are
JBT Marel is a global leader in food processing solutions, combining advanced technology with a strong focus on sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Our teams work closely across disciplines and borders to transform the way food is processed worldwide.
Interested?
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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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