Job Title:
Principal Cooking Products Technologist/Engineer

Company: Marmon Foodservice Technologies

Location: Carol Stream, IL

Created: 2024-04-24

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Marmon Foodservice Technologies, Inc.Come join a team where People make the difference! As a part of Marmon Holdings, Inc., a highly decentralized organization, we rely heavily on people with the aptitude, attitude, and entrepreneurial spirit to drive our success, and we're committed to attracting and retaining top talent.If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.Though you may not know us by name, you've most likely enjoyed meals and refreshments supported by our industry-leading brand portfolio. For decades, we've designed and manufactured foodservice equipment for some of the world's biggest, most recognized consumer brands. We are driven to innovate with a clear purpose in mind: to enhance the eating and drinking experience, nourishing the people and communities we serve.As Principal Cooking Products Technologist/Engineer, you will be responsible for leading technology development of heating, holding, cooking, food processing, toasting, or other hot food commercial appliances. In this individual contributor role, you'll work on a variety of exciting cooking design challenges. Your subject-matter expertise and innovative thinking will help ensure our equipment offers cutting-edge and reliable technology that enhances the customer experience and our market advantage.This role is subject to our hybrid work model: we collaborate in the office on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The rest of the week, you have the flexibility to work wherever it suits you best.What You'll DoPartner closely with product management, marketing, engineering, and operations to generate technology platforms and product modules that are based on tactically selected innovative technologies in the commercial appliances spaceServe as MFT's subject-matter expert in cooking systems architecture and design; provide effective solutions and generate original concepts to a range of customer and market needsMaintain strong understanding of industry trends, competitive landscape, design partners, and customer portfoliosConduct technology research in new/adjacent markets, and develop automation technology platforms and roadmapsPropose and lead technology projects with an emphasis on integration of food processing technologiesPerform cooking system design, development, testing, and validation of technology and innovation concepts/solutionsReview, select, design, and develop validation test plans for complex food processing systems applicable to cooking, or food handling/storage/processing productsDesign selection, specification, and application of critical components; Identify Critical to Quality (CTQs) features through the DFMEA process and reflect them in the component selection processSupport the drafting of plans for reliability, design validation, performance evaluation, component selection, and customer specific requests.Perform simulations, and CAD design and detail drawing creation in SolidWorks, Creo, etc.Serve as a coach and mentor to other engineers by participating in architecture, design, and projects reviews, and technology learning sessions Who You AreSubject-Matter Enthusiast: Passionate about cooking/food processing systems design, emerging technologies, continuously learning and educating others in the fieldCollaborative Partner: Uses interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, customers, and suppliersStrategic Thinker: Relies on analytical and problem-solving skills to think strategically and execute tacticallyIndependent Self-Starter: Takes prompt, proactive action to accomplish work goals with limited oversight Skills/Experience We're Looking ForDemonstrated experience with cooking/food processing system design, product development and product launchesExperience with technology research, idea generation, and technology platforming strategiesSystems thinker with holistic approach to analysis that focuses on how a system's individual parts interact and how the systems deliver expected resultsFamiliarity with the design and specification of complex electro-mechanical systems and working knowledge of radiant, convection, steam, and induction systems; and combustion of natural gas/propane/butane appliancesMechanical aptitude, hands-on assembly, modification, tinkering and optimizing cooking systemsUnderstanding of materials selection, corrosion mechanisms, and life expectancy of complex systems and failure modesMathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and advanced test creation skillsExperience with SolidWorks and Creo CAD systemsFamiliarity with agency requirements and regulating bodies, such as UL, NSF, DOE, IEC, ETL, ISO, EN, etc. Required QualificationsBachelor's or Master's in Engineering or related field15+ years of experience architecting, designing, implementing, and launching complex cooking systems, products, and solutions BenefitsWe support your well-being with comprehensive and easy-to-use benefits that you'll be eligible to enroll in on your first day of employment. Here are some of the highlights:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug insurance plansAccess to a Health Advocate who is an expert in Marmon's health plan and can help you select the best health benefits for you and your familyTax-advantaged spending accounts for health and dependent care expensesWellness programs and resources including Telehealth, Mental Health, Fitness, and Family PlanningGenerous paid time off for personal use, holidays, and parental leaveCompany-sponsored life insurance401(k) with fully vested company match; Marmon may also make an additional annual discretionary contribution to your account, whether or not you contribute on your ownFinancial and retirement advisingAbout Marmon HoldingsMarmon Holdings, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway company, comprises 11 groups and more than 100 autonomous businesses with total annual revenue of $10 billion. Marmon's 28,000-plus team members are celebrating the company's 70th anniversary in 2023 and helping write the next chapter of Marmon's story.Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.