Technical Sales Engineer - Onsite in Janesville, WI

Technical Sales - Onsite in Janesville, WI

GEA Group is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving the food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and related industries.

• Direct customer support for technical and proposal enquiries for the FLC product lines, including Hygienic Valves, Aseptic Valves, Hygienic Pumps and Cleaning Technology.
• Implement fluid dynamics concepts to size optimal pumps, valves and cleaners for specific hygienic applications and systems.
• Determine special product specifications by sizing control valves, safety valves, vacuum valves, cleaners, pig systems, and expansion compensators.
• Apply correct communication or control modules to the flow component products to allow proper integration into the customer’s overall system design.
• Use product sizing and selection software such as Hy5 and Configit to choose pump and valve products.
• Work in close contact with GEA factories in Europe and US fabricators.
• Arrange special product transportation and logistics as required by customers.
• Collaborate with Regional Sales Managers and Product Managers to generate and manage customer proposals and orders for the US market.
• Apply product and industry knowledge to create value‑added proposals when preparing quotations.
• Utilize SAP‑PEM system software for quoting, order entry, creating purchase orders, order confirmations, and order invoicing.
• Conduct occasional product warranty evaluation of returned products and field retrofit of components.
• Collaborate with GEA Product Engineering to develop and apply product selection and quoting tools with sales channel partners.

• 2–5 years of experience in application engineering and technical sales support activities.
• Understanding of fluid dynamics and related industry practices.
• Knowledge of sanitary liquid processing equipment and processes.
• Specific technical knowledge of GEA Flow Components hygienic and aseptic products.
• Familiarity with solenoid control technology and communication protocols.
• Knowledge of Hy5 and Configit product sizing and selection software.
• Understanding of inventory management practices, including safety stock and lead time planning.
• Knowledge of pricing strategy, sales channels and discounting practice.
• Understanding of cost accounting principles and invoicing practices.
• Familiarity with importing logistics, including currency exchange rates, shipment tracking, and customs.
• Computer skills: experience with SAP‑PEM, Microsoft Office and inventory management processes is necessary.
• Experience working with OEM factories, fabrication contractors, and automation suppliers is desirable.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on the first day.
• 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO.
• 7% 401(k) employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement for further education or skill development.
• Wellness incentive program that rewards healthy habits.
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts.

GEA is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will therefore receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, world view, national origin, genetics, disability, gender identity, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic required by applicable law. Applicants with disabilities are welcome and will be given special consideration if they are equally qualified.