GEA Tuchenhagen GmbH | Germany | 21xxx Büchen | Permanent position | Full time / Home office | Published since: 06.07.2026 on stepstone.de
Application Engineer - Hygienic Process (f/m/d)
GEA is one of the world's largest system suppliers for the food, beverage[1] and pharmaceutical industries. The technology group, founded in 1881 and operating subsidiaries, focuses on machinery and equipment as well as sophisticated process technology, components and comprehensive service offerings. With more than 18,000 employees, GEA generated sales of around EUR 5.4 billion in fiscal year 2024 in over 150 countries.
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We are looking for an Application Engineer - Hygienic Process(f/m/d) to join us at the immediately possible date. In this position, you will leverage and enhance the newest technologies in hygienic Valve technology based on water hydraulic and drive the link between component technology and solutions for hygienic process systems, enabling- cuttingedge solutions for dairy, food, beverage, and pharmaceutical production. Your responsibilities: Design and engineering of valve solutions based on water hydraulic support systems, for hygienic liquid processing plants (food, dairy, beverage, brewery and pharmaceutical industries)
Technical and development concept for the integration of valve technology and hydraulic systems into liquid handling and process plants
Development of application concepts for hygienic solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g. EHEDG, 3-A)
Supervision and execution of installation and commissioning of process equipment, including valves, piping systems and process skids, at customer sites
Advising engineering companies and customers on hygienic system design, enabled by the technology provided by hydraulic valves within production environments
Coordination of projects related to process planning integration, working close with internal teams, system integrators, and external partners
Your profile: Degree in Process or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), with solid knowledge of hydraulics, valve technology, and piping design
Ideally, you have experience in process engineering within a highly regulated environment, with a proven track record of planning and implementing plant systems and components in the food, beverage, dairy, brewing, or pharmaceutical industries
Strong communication and consulting skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex technical topics
Fluent in English and German; additional languages are a plus
Structured, analytical mindset, combined with high initiative, sense of responsibility, and a hands-on approach
Team-oriented, flexible, and solution-driven, with willingness to travel for on-site support
We offer: An international work environment with an open and supportive team culture
Attractive compensation in accordance with the IG Metall Tariff
30 days of annual leave, 35-hour work week
Opportunity for mobile working (2 days/week)
permanent employment
Training and development opportunities
Structured onboarding process
On-site canteen
Free parking
Good transport connections as well as a grant for the Germany ticket
JobRad (bike leasing) for environmentally friendly mobility
EGYM Wellpass for your health and well-being
Take the next step in your career with GEA Tuchenhagen – we look forward to receiving your application! For reasons of readability, no gender-specific differentiation is used in this job advertisement. However, the position is strictly open to all exceptions, differentiation of gender, as well as to those without a registered gender.
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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 and equal qualification are welcome and will be given preferential consideration.
Location
![]() | GEA Tuchenhagen GmbH | |
| 21514 Büchen | ||
| Germany |
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