Applications Engineering Manager - Industrial Pumps

Wilden Pump & Engineering LLC; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Wellness programs

Health Savings Account

FSAs

Job summary

PSG is seeking an Applications Engineering Manager to lead the Centrifugal and Diaphragm Metering Pump Applications team, delivering expert technical support and training across brands. You will drive quotes, product configurations, and customer training to accelerate the sales cycle in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a B.S. in mechanical engineering and a track record of managing engineers and application specialists, with preferred pump-industry experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. mechanical engineering or equivalent degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a technical manager.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting applications and/or engineering.
• Experience in the pump industry highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Applications team to deliver technical support for PSG metering pumps and feed systems.
• Partner with Director, Product Management to establish, track, and manage departmental KPIs.
• Oversee complex technical support, product configuration, and quotation generation to accelerate the sales cycle.
• Perform technical support and troubleshooting for customers and end users in support of Sales.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive technical training programs for staff and customers.

Skills

Team leadership

Engineering management

Hydraulic theory

Pump systems

Education

B.S. mechanical engineering

Job description

PSG is the global pump, metering and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, IL, USA, PSG is comprised of several world‑class brands, including Abaque, All‑Flo, Almatec, Blackmer, Ebsray, em‑tec, Griswold, Hydro, Malema, Mouvex, Neptune, PSG Biotech, Quantex, Quattroflow, and Wilden. PSG products are manufactured on three continents - North America, Europe, and Asia - in state‑of‑the‑art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO‑certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visitpsgdover.com.

We thrive on winning and being number one; and are always looking to add the best and brightest to our talented team of professionals. PSG offers a unique combination of the both small company atmosphere: with an ownership mindset that allows you to make close‑to‑the‑customer decisions; an innovative approach in seeing beyond what is possible today and entrepreneurial spirit in the pursuit of new opportunities; combined with benefits of a large company's scale, tools, expertise, and financial strength with Dover. Join PSG, a growing global company where your curiosity, hard work and ambition is rewarded with exceptional career opportunities in a friendly & fast paced environment.

Reporting to the Director, Product Management, the Applications Engineering Manager is responsible for leading and managing the Centrifugal and Diaphragm Metering Pump Application team comprised of Application Engineers and Product Specialists to support customers with technical support, quotations and product training.

Education

• B.S. mechanical engineering or equivalent degree required.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a technical manager
• Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting applications and/or engineering
• Experience in the pump industry highly preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers and product specialists.
• Advanced understanding of hydraulic theory, mechanical design, and pump equipment applications.
• A proactive, self-starting approach to anticipating challenges, troubleshooting, and executing actionable solutions.
• Highly organized with the ability to synthesize complex information and navigate fast‑paced environments.
• Articulate written and verbal skills, with a track record of clearly presenting technical concepts to customers.
• A dedicated team player with a strong work ethic and a focus on delivering winning results.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the Applications team to deliver industry-leading technical support for PSG chemical metering pumps and feed systems by driving ongoing cross‑training across brands.
• Partner with Director, Product Management to establish, track, and manage departmental KPIs and metrics for team.
• Oversee complex technical support, product configuration, and quotation generation to directly accelerate the sales cycle.
• Performs technical support and troubleshooting for customers and end users in support of Sales.
• Manages the design and delivery of comprehensive technical training programs for or internal staff, customers, EPCs, consultants, and key industry stakeholders.
• Partners with Marketing by authoring technical literature, executing trade shows, industry/customer events and product training.
• Support Product Management Team on strategic initiatives, including New Product Development (NPD) launches.
• Champion adherence to company policies
• All other duties as assigned.

Work Arrangement : Onsite

Pay Range: $127,000.00 - $140,000.00 annually

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits

• a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• medical, dental and vision insurance
• wellness programs
• health savings account
• health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability
• company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance
• supplemental employee and dependent life insurance
• optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance
• adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance
• commuter benefits
• parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence
• paid time off, including 13 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually
• tuition assistance
• busi... travel services
• employee discounts
• an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services

Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please [e-mail] assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Job Function : Engineering; Manufacturing & Operations; Other; Sales

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