Application Engineer PTS Sanitary

GEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8+ years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.

Responsibilities

• Review customer RFQ documents, including engineering specifications, to determine what is appropriate for GEA’s offer to the client as well as identify any exceptions or exclusions.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and clearly written proposals for a variety of GEA equipment, services, and systems while working with Procurement, Sales, Engineering, other Technical Offer Teams, Technology Centers, and other Departments.
• Ensure technical proposals, costing, and other deliverables adhere to technical offer governance, policies, and procedures.
• Independently organize and plan individual workload to manage multiple tasks and meet proposal schedules.
• Research past customer opportunities and projects to find comparable pricing.
• Work with process engineering and procurement to prepare equipment specifications and obtain component pricing from vendors.
• Complete a variety of trainings to learn the GEA sales business, including hands-on technical training at customer sites, classroom settings, remote and in-person trainings at European centers of competence, and independent learning through GEA’s Learning Center portal.
• Participate in customer and internal meetings.
• Maintain historical pricing database and update Offer Tracking List.
• Develop and share ideas with team members.
• Work efficiently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• Apply creative thinking to develop innovative, competitive, and market-differentiating solutions.
• Follow all GEA procedures.
• Support sales activities with presentations to customers.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support team members and communicate with stakeholders inside and outside the team.
• Technical-commercial experience with the ability to identify risks and opportunities in projects and budgets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; can break down complex issues and take initiative to remove roadblocks.
• Demonstrates a consistent drive for excellence and continually raises performance standards.
• Relevant technical experience within the PTS portfolio (evaporation, drying, CIP, powder handling, etc.) and experience estimating projects in the food and dairy industry.
• Ability to read and interpret technical specifications, P&IDs, and drawings.
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be self-motivated, possess good interpersonal skills, and work well in a team setting as well as independently.
• Strong customer focus, organizational skills, attention to detail, planning, and time management with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and coordinate work when appropriate; able to function well in a fast-paced and, at times, stressful environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Qualifications

• Mechanical or chemical engineering degree or equivalent experience required.
• More than 5 years of experience in Application Engineering, Process/Project Engineering, Project Management, and/or Estimating.
• Background experience in the dairy, food, beverage projects, and/or Spray Dryer Technology are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day.
• 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore.
• 7% 401(k) employer match to help grow your retirement savings faster.
• Tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset.
• Wellness incentive program that rewards healthy habits.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance.
• Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses.

Pay

The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $70,000 - $110,000 per year. The pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as a discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.

This position is based in Oakdale, MN and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.