Weighing R&D Engineer

Marel Australia Pty Ltd.

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IS - Gardabaer Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 23, 2026 Last posted May 23, 2026
Job description

At JBT Marel, we are looking for an Weighing R&D Engineer who will act as a key technical expert in certification, compliance, and regulatory requirements related to weighing solutions. You will play an important role in supporting product development by ensuring that our solutions meet all applicable legal and industry standards throughout their lifecycle.

This is an opportunity to be part of a team where you can make a real impact by enabling compliant, high-quality product development and ensuring smooth collaboration with regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders across the organization.

What you’ll do: 

  • Support R&D projects with a focus on certification, compliance, and regulatory approval

  • Identify and interpret applicable directives, standards, and legal requirements

  • Act as the internal expert on weighing compliance and certification topics

  • Coordinate communication with notified bodies and regulatory authorities

  • Prepare, manage, and maintain certification documentation and technical files

  • Support testing and validation to ensure compliance with legal and performance requirements

  • Contribute to standardization across products and solutions

  • Ensure continuous compliance of existing equipment and manage updates when regulations change

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Innovation, Supply Chain, Sales, Manufacturing, and Service

  • Provide clear guidance and documentation related to compliance and certification topics

Who are you? 

In order to be successful in this exciting position, you need to recognize yourself in the following profile. Ideally, you bring: 

  • A structured and methodical approach with strong attention to detail

  • Ability to evaluate compliance and technical performance critically

  • Experience managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously

  • Strong communication skills, including technical documentation and stakeholder interaction

  • A collaborative mindset and ability to work in cross-functional and multicultural teams

  • Problem-solving skills with a focus on regulatory and compliance topics

  • Technical understanding of mechanical, electrical, or electronic systems

  • Knowledge of certification processes, standards, or regulatory environments (preferred)

  • A degree in Engineering, Food Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

  • Experience from manufacturing, service, or technical environments is an advantage

  • Good English and technical communication skills

Why work at JBT Marel? 

At JBT Marel, you will be part of a purpose-driven organization that is transforming the future of food. You will collaborate with colleagues worldwide, grow professionally, and contribute to a safe, innovative, and people-focused work environment. 

Employee Benefits 

  • First-class work environment with diverse and engaging projects 

  • Family-friendly working hours 

  • Excellent canteen with breakfast and hot lunch 

  • Sports facilities, fitness grant, and bicycle storage 

  • Transportation grant 

  • Annual health check 

  • Active employee association 

Our values guide us every day 

Create with Collaboration | Serve with Integrity | Grow with Excellence | Advance with Innovation 

Are you ready to contribute to our local HR team and deliver excellent service to our great colleagues? We would love to hear from you. Please send us your application through our website no later than 8th of July 2026

For any questions, please contact our Local HR team at hr.is@marel.com

About this role

Summary

Support weighing product certification, compliance, and regulatory approval processes.

Job title

Weighing R&D Engineer

Experience level

null

Industry

food technology

Location requirements

On-site in Gardabaer, Iceland, no remote work allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

engineeringregulatorycertificationtechnical documentationproblem-solving

Preferred skills

standards knowledgemanufacturing experienceelectrical systems

Specializations

weighing solutionscertificationcomplianceregulatoryproduct development
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

210 Garðabær, Iceland

On-site City