Application Engineer (f/m/d)

GEA Tuchenhagen GmbH, based in Büchen (Greater Hamburg area), is a global leader in process valve technology and hygienic components for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. At our Büchen site, we develop and manufacture high-quality valves, valve systems, and process components that meet the highest hygienic and technological standards. With us, you actively contribute to the success of a globally operating company—within an environment that combines quality, innovation, and sustainability. We are looking for an Application Engineer (f/m/d) to join us at the earliest possible date at our location in Büchen.

• Design and planning of water hydraulic support systems and piping for operating hydraulic valves in process plants within the food, dairy, beverage, brewery and pharmaceutical industry.

• Consulting and concept development for the process-optimized use of water hydraulic valves in hygienic and aseptic processes

• Supervision and implementation of installation and commissioning of water hydraulic systems and valves in customer plants.

• Technical consulting for engineering companies and customers regarding the design of water hydraulic support systems, piping and utilization of water hydraulic valves.

• Project coordination in close collaboration with internal teams and external partners.

• Degree in Process or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent), with solid knowledge of hydraulics, valve technology, and piping design

• Experience in planning and implementing plant components, ideally in food, beverage, dairy, brewery, 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

• An international work environment with an open and supportive team culture

• Attractive compensation in accordance with the IG-Metall Tarif

• 30 days of annual leave, 35-hour work week

• Opportunity for mobile working (2 days/week)

• Permanent employment contract

• Training and development opportunities

• Structured onboarding process

• On-site canteen

• Free parking

• Good public transport connections as well as a subsidy for the Germany ticket

• JobRad (bike leasing) for environmentally friendly mobility

• EGYM Wellpass for your health and well-being