{"id":1439773,"url":"https://alion.io/job/gea-project-engineer-2","title":"Project Engineer","company":{"id":1788131,"name":"GEA","domain":"gea.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/gea-com","size_band":"5000+","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":83,"open_postings":80,"ghost_share":0,"stale_share":0.7,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":39,"computed_at":"2026-10-02T05:45:00Z"}},"role":"Industrial Engineering","role_family":"Industrial Engineering","seniority":"middle","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"explicit","locations":["United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":85000,"max":115000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":115000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":3,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":true,"technologies":[{"name":"Microsoft Office","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-09-28T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-09-28","last_verified_at":"2026-10-02T06:29:35Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":5,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":5},"description":"Responsibilities / Tasks\nGEA Group, founded in Germany in 1881, is a global leader in engineering solutions, serving industries such as food and beverage, pharma, dairy, and more. With over 18,000 employees worldwide and a strong U.S. presence since 1929, GEA combines the heritage of a well-established company with the innovation of a forward-thinking industry leader. At GEA, we’re not just building equipment, we’re building lasting careers with an average employee tenure range from 8 + years, reflecting the strong culture, growth opportunities, and support we provide.\nStart strong - Medical, dental, and vision coverage begins on your first day\nRecharge and refresh - Enjoy 12 paid holidays, including a flexible floating holiday, and 136 hours of PTO to relax or explore\nInvest in your future - A 7% 401(k) employer match helps grow your retirement savings faster\nKeep learning - Take advantage of tuition reimbursement to further your education or skillset\nLive well - Our wellness incentive program rewards healthy habits\nGet support when you need it - Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program for personal or professional guidance\nSave smart - Flexible Health Savings and Spending Accounts to manage out-of-pocket expenses\nThe typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $85,000 - $115,000 per year. GEA Group has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States.\nThe pay range is not guaranteed compensation or salary. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for the position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. You may be eligible for additional rewards, such as a discretionary bonus (based on eligibility) and/or equity awards.\nThe Project Engineer is a key member of the Project Engineering team, supporting the Filtration Engineering group in the successful, timely, and profitable execution of customer projects. This role is responsible for supporting and/or leading engineering activities across the full project lifecycle while ensuring compliance with GEA standards, customer specifications, and applicable regulations.\nProjects may involve a range of technologies across beverage, dairy, and emerging food applications. In some cases, the Project Engineer may also serve as the Project Manager for assigned projects.\nThe Project Engineer contributes to project success by delivering efficient engineering solutions, proactively managing technical and execution risks, and maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction and contract profitability.\nEssential Duties and Responsibilities\nParticipate in all phases of projects, from initial customer meetings and pre-award support through cost estimation, proposal development, engineering, commissioning, and start-up.\nServe as the technical owner for assigned project areas by specifying equipment and engineering solutions that meet customer requirements, timelines, and budget constraints.\nApply engineering standards and optimize designs to meet customer specifications while controlling project costs.\nProactively identify technical, scheduling, execution, or commercial risks and take appropriate action to ensure project commitments are met.\nDocument customer meetings, discussions, and correspondence; maintain organized and accurate project documentation and technical files, including version control and approval tracking.\nCollaborate with designers to develop General Arrangement (GA) drawings, Hole & Load drawings, utility drawings, instrumentation layouts, and motor location drawings.\nCreate and maintain utility lists, equipment tag lists, and component specifications.\nSpecify and size system components such as pumps, valves, instrumentation, and related equipment.\nPrepare technical specifications and participate in design reviews.\nReview, evaluate, and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.\nCoordinate equipment shipment to customer sites in collaboration with the logistics team.\nSupport installation activities, including mechanical punch-list closeout.\nPerform I/O checks and mechanical checkout of installed equipment on site.\nSupport commissioning and start-up activities, including operator and maintenance training at customer sites.\nEnsure engineering and commissioning activities are completed in accordance with GEA standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.\nUtilize GEA tools, templates, and documentation throughout all project phases.\nProvide technical input to the Project Manager to support project planning, execution, risk mitigation, work breakdown structures, and scheduling.\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver project milestones and ensure design applicability.\nProvide technical support for troubleshooting equipment, system performance, and process issues.\nAssist in planning and execution of testing procedures, installation RFQs, site support activities, commissioning plans, and site acceptance testing.\nSupport scope change identification and justification; assist with cost and schedule impact estimates and change order preparation.\nPrepare RFQ documentation and support Procurement with vendor technical evaluations, selection, and vendor management.\nSupport Service organization activities as required.\nEnsure compliance with government regulations (safety, environmental) and industry standards, including sanitary requirements.\nAdhere to GEA Environmental Health & Safety policies and OSHA regulations.\nAssist with preparation of Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals and spare parts lists.\nDevelop project schedules to meet defined milestones.\nDeliver technical or project status presentations to customers and/or internal stakeholders as required.\nPerform additional duties as assigned.\nMay be assigned to act as Project Manager for select projects.\nTravel up to 30% with some international travel\nYour Profile / Qualifications\nEducation and Experience\nBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Food Science, or a related field.\nMinimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience preferred (food, dairy, or beverage industries).\nRequired Skills and Abilities\nStrong verbal and written communication skills in English.\nExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively both independently and within cross-functional teams.\nStrong customer focus with exceptional service orientation.\nSelf-motivated, proactive, and decisive with sound commercial and business acumen.\nStrong organizational skills and attention to detail.\nExcellent time management skills with the ability to meet de\nadlines in a fast-paced environment.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving abilities.\nAbility to develop leadership capabilities and influence project outcomes.\nAbility to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.\nComfortable working in high-pressure or time-sensitive project environments.\nProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools.\nAt GEA, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to thrive, grow, and make an impact.\n#engineeringforthebetter\nPlease note: This position is based in the United States and does not offer visa or work sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.\nGEA Group is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where all clients and employees feel welcomed, accepted, and valued. 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