Pump Systems Applications Engineer — Solutions & Support

Geiger Pump & Equipment Company; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holidays

Volunteer days

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Geiger Pump & Equipment Company is seeking an Applications Engineer to support the pump systems and repair business from our Baltimore area shop. You will apply technical expertise to select, size, and implement pumping solutions for new projects and repairs, while partnering with sales and service teams to deliver value and reduce downtime.

You will review specifications and drawings to propose reliable, cost-efficient equipment, support startups and commissioning, and continuously expand your

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or Associate degree with relevant industry experience.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites with repair technicians and outside sales engineers.
• Experience with pumps, rotating equipment, fluid handling systems, water/wastewater equipment, or industrial process equipment preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in troubleshooting real-world equipment challenges.
• Ability to interpret specifications, engineering drawings, pump curves, and technical documentation.
• Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional support to customers and fellow employees.
• Highly organized, self-directed, adaptable, and enthusiastic about learning new technologies.
• Collaborative team player who enjoys working across departments to solve problems and achieve results.
• Willingness to investigate equipment hands-on with our service technicians in our Baltimore shop.

Responsibilities

• Champion Geiger’s core values of Continuous Improvement, Customer Focus, and Teamwork.
• Support the selection, sizing, and application of pumps and related rotating equipment for new projects and replacement opportunities.
• Work closely with Outside Sales Engineers to develop technical solutions that meet customer requirements and support business growth.
• Review specifications, drawings, and operating conditions to recommend reliable and cost‑effective equipment solutions.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and internal teams to develop proposals, quotations, technical submittals, and engineered solutions.
• Participate in training opportunities with manufacturers and industry organizations to continuously expand technical knowledge.
• Provide technical support for existing installations, including troubleshooting, performance evaluations, repair recommendations, and upgrade opportunities.
• Assist our service team with diagnosing equipment issues and developing corrective action plans for pumps and rotating equipment.
• Support startup, commissioning, field inspections, and performance verification activities when needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Travel willingness

Hands-on troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree with relevant experience

Job description

Geiger Pump & Equipment Company is seeking an Applications Engineer to support the pump systems and repair business from our Baltimore area shop. You will apply technical expertise to select, size, and implement pumping solutions for new projects and repairs, while partnering with sales and service teams to deliver value and reduce downtime.

You will review specifications and drawings to propose reliable, cost-efficient equipment, support startups and commissioning, and continuously expand your