Applications Engineering Manager - Industrial Pumps

Dover Corporation; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 127,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Dover Corporation's PSG division is hiring an Applications Engineering Manager for the Industrial Pumps division in Grand Terrace, CA. You will lead a team of application engineers and product specialists, delivering technical support, quotations, and training to customers, EPCs, and field staff.

The role requires a B.S. in mechanical engineering, 3+ years as a technical manager, and 5+ years supporting applications, with a preference for pump-industry experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. mechanical engineering or equivalent degree required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a technical manager.
• Minimum 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 pumps and related systems.
• Partner with Director, Product Management to track KPIs and departmental metrics.
• Oversee complex technical support, product configuration, and quotation generation.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for customers and Sales.
• Design and deliver comprehensive training programs for internal staff, customers, EPCs, and consultants.
• Collaborate with Marketing to author literature, and participate in trade shows and events.
• Support Product Management on strategic initiatives including New Product Development launches.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team leadership

Hydraulic theory

Mechanical design

Pump applications

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

B.S. mechanical engineering or equivalent degree

Job description

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Applications Engineering Manager - Industrial Pumps

Location: Grand Terrace, CA, US, 92313

Work Arrangement: Onsite

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. PSG is part of the Pumps and Process Solutions segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what’s possible.

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 Specialist 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.

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.

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 ness 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.

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