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 / Tasks
Start strong – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day
Recharge and refresh – Enjoy 12 paid holidays , including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore
Invest in your future – A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster
Keep learning – Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset
Live well – Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits
Get support when you need it – Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance
Save smart – Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses
The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $TBA per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.
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.
Job Summary:
The Application Engineering Supervisor supports the Director of Technical Offer Management (TOM) - PTS with the daily operations of the PTS-Sanitary application engineering group by coordinating priorities, deliverables, and due dates across Sales, Process Engineering, and TOM leadership. The role provides functional leadership through coaching, mentoring, and training for current and future application engineers. The Supervisor serves as a first point of escalation for team members and supports adherence to TOM governance, policies, and procedures. Additionally, this role includes fulfilling Application Engineering responsibilities for assigned opportunities.
Supervisor Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Formal authority over team members.
Leadership activities to be half of working time
Coordinate day-to-day workload and priorities with the Director of TOM – PTS; assign tasks, establish deadlines, and track progress to ensure on-time completion of deliverables.
Ensure the team’s work is in compliance with Company requirements and TOM governance, policies, and procedures.
Provide technical guidance and support to team members by providing clear expectations and feedback. Serve as the first point of escalation to resolve issues and escalate further when appropriate.
Support adoption of new processes and expectations by communicating changes, clarifying requirements, and reinforcing standard work.
Review team deliverables (proposals, costing, and supporting documentation) for accuracy, completeness, and compliance prior to submission
Foster a positive working environment that supports collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement.
Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement in workflows and processes; recommend and support implementation of approved changes to improve efficiency, quality, and competitiveness.
Other Supervisor responsibilities as assigned
Application Engineer Essential Duties/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…