Field Service Engineer - Food Processing Equipment (Turkey)

About the role

JBT Marel, a global leader in food processing technology, is looking for a skilled, customer-focused Field Service Engineer to support its customers across Turkey and the wider EMEA region. The role involves installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and optimising advanced food processing equipment, combining technical problem-solving with customer interaction in an international setting.

Key responsibilities

• Install, commission, maintain and repair equipment at customer sites across Turkey and EMEA
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical and electrical issues on advanced processing equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to maximise equipment uptime
• Support customers with operational, maintenance and technical guidance
• Train operators and maintenance teams on equipment operation and best practices
• Prepare service reports, technical documentation and follow-up recommendations
• Identify spare parts needs and recommend upgrades or improvements
• Collaborate with internal engineering, technical support and project teams, and support larger installation and upgrade projects when required

Required profile

• Hands-on, solution-oriented engineer who enjoys travelling and building customer relationships
• Comfortable working independently while staying connected to an international team
• Proactive, customer-focused and able to manage priorities
• Fluent Turkish and good English (written and spoken)
• Valid driving licence and passport required
• Willingness to travel extensively across Turkey and EMEA; weekend work is mandatory (about 50%); combination of customer site work, installations, maintenance and technical support

Required skills

• Mechanical troubleshooting with electrical knowledge
• Technical qualification in Mechanical, Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering
• Experience in field service, industrial maintenance or manufacturing
• Understanding of mechanical systems and electrical fault-finding
• Food processing or automated industrial equipment experience is an advantage
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

What we offer

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