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Job Description

Internal Job Description As a Process Technologist (Vision Specialist), you are the link between the Service, Development, and Sales departments. Technique and Technology are the most important aspects of this position. You will be trained as a Vision Specialist and will be responsible for managing a specific product portfolio within the Poultry industry. We are specifically looking for a professional with a strong mechatronics background and a keen interest in vision technology and data-driven solutions. As vision-based applications are becoming increasingly important within our portfolio, interest in machine vision, camera systems, image processing, and related technologies is essential. Knowledge of and interest in Artificial Intelligence (AI) techniques, including their application in vision-based systems, is considered a strong advantage. In this specialization, you are the knowledge provider and the go-to person for both our customers worldwide and our internal organization. As the Process Technologist is the link between Service, Innovation, and Sales, he/she plays a key role in the successful implementation, optimization, and adoption of vision-based technologies and solutions and future vision applications. Tasks and activities: Act as the subject matter expert for vision-based technologies within the Poultry industry. Support the development, validation, and optimization of vision solutions currently in our portfolio, and future applications. Analyse and resolve technical issues related to vision systems, image processing, and associated equipment. Advise customers on process optimization and the application of vision-based technologies. Transfer knowledge and provide training to Field Service Engineers, Technical Support, Service, and Sales teams. Act as the technical link between Service, Development, Innovation, and Sales. Collect and share technical and application knowledge related to vision technologies. Contribute to the vision technology roadmap and evaluate new developments in machine vision and AI. About you: You have a strong analytical mind, perseverance, a commercial and innovative attitude and above all a real entrepreneurial spirit. You like to travel and to build strong relationships with our customers. You have excellent communication skills in Dutch and English both spoken and written. To be successful in this position, you must have: A completed BSc in Mechatronics. A few years of work experience in a similar position or within a related industry is an advantage of a minimum of 3 years. You would like to develop as a technical specialist and propagate this in your work. You are willing to travel +/- 50% internationally. Must have relevant EU travel and work documents and driver license We offer: JBT Marel offers you plenty of room to develop. This starts on your first day. You will receive an extensive training program, which will be followed by a job-specific training program. You will be guided by the organization and an experienced colleague, who will provide you with the technical and technological knowledge of our advanced production lines. Marel offers a good benefits package, which includes: A competitive basic salary; Payment of overtime, room to include a part as time-for-time. Various surcharges and expense allowances for international travel. 27 vacation days and 13 ADV days, to contribute to a good work-life balance. Good pension scheme (PME) and group insurance Function related facilities such as a laptop, phone, etc. Our informal atmosphere offers you the opportunity to take your own responsibility and show initiative. The challenges are limitless at JBT Marel!

Core Responsibilities

Serve as the vision technology specialist for the poultry industry, supporting the development, validation, optimization, and troubleshooting of vision systems and related equipment. Advise customers, train internal teams, connect Service, Development, Innovation, and Sales, and contribute to the technology roadmap, including evaluation of machine vision and AI developments.

Requirements

A completed BSc in Mechatronics is required, and at least three years of relevant experience is an advantage. The candidate should have a strong interest in machine vision and AI, excellent spoken and written Dutch and English, a willingness to travel internationally about 50%, relevant EU travel and work documents, and a driver’s license.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Overtime Pay
• Time-Off-in-Lieu Option
• International Travel Allowances and Expense Reimbursements
• 27 Vacation Days
• 13 ADV Days
• Pension Scheme
• Group Insurance
• Laptop
• Phone
• Training and Development