Global Recruiters of Moon Valley (GRN)
Director of Application Engineering
Global Recruiters of Moon Valley (GRN), Horsham, Pennsylvania, United States, 19044
Director of Applications Engineering – Food & Thermal Processing
Are you a technical engineering leader with deep expertise in thermal processing systems and a passion for team development? We’re seeking a high-impact
Director of Applications Engineering
to lead our growing team focused on food and thermal solutions—including industrial ovens, dryers, griddles, and roasting equipment. This strategic leadership role requires someone who can inspire a team of skilled engineers, partner cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, Estimating, and Manufacturing, and represent our brand as a technical expert in the marketplace. If you're a collaborative leader with a track record of driving innovation and excellence, we want to talk to you. Lead and inspire
a high-performing Applications Engineering team focused on thermal processing and food industry equipment Champion
customer
initiatives to drive innovation, application development, and tailored solutions Define a clear vision and roadmap for the Applications Engineering function aligned to long-term go-to-market strategy Establish and implement
best practices
for documentation, workflows, tools, and project execution to reduce cycle times Act as a trusted advisor to
key customers and EPC firms , ensuring technical alignment and satisfaction Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, R&D, and Estimating teams to ensure aligned execution of technical solutions Lead technical customer discussions and support
product testing
and validation in the Innovation Lab Stay current on
industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies
to continuously improve offerings Monitor and report on KPIs to track technical team performance and project effectiveness Support ongoing
process efficiency
and standardization initiatives across engineering disciplines Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering , or a related field 10+ years of progressive experience in
thermal, food, or industrial processing systems Strong leadership background with proven success managing and developing technical teams Deep knowledge of
heat transfer and thermal system design Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Experience with
CAD software
and process simulation tools Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead complex R&D or application-based projects Ability to travel up to 30% (both domestic and international) Experience in
sales or technical pre-sales support
for food or thermal processing systems Prior work with
EPC firms or custom-engineered solutions Familiarity with
engineering and manufacturing processes
in capital equipment environments You'll be joining a company that is at the forefront of
industrial innovation , committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions for the food processing and thermal equipment industries. We value technical excellence, collaboration, and customer-centric leadership—and we’re looking for someone who shares those values. Ready to lead a world-class applications engineering team?
Apply today or reach out confidentially to learn more. Base pay range: $145,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr Possible Locations: Horsham (PA), Lexington (NC), Traverse City (MI), or Blaine (MN) | Full Time | Travel: Up to 30% (Domestic & International)
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Are you a technical engineering leader with deep expertise in thermal processing systems and a passion for team development? We’re seeking a high-impact
Director of Applications Engineering
to lead our growing team focused on food and thermal solutions—including industrial ovens, dryers, griddles, and roasting equipment. This strategic leadership role requires someone who can inspire a team of skilled engineers, partner cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, Estimating, and Manufacturing, and represent our brand as a technical expert in the marketplace. If you're a collaborative leader with a track record of driving innovation and excellence, we want to talk to you. Lead and inspire
a high-performing Applications Engineering team focused on thermal processing and food industry equipment Champion
customer
initiatives to drive innovation, application development, and tailored solutions Define a clear vision and roadmap for the Applications Engineering function aligned to long-term go-to-market strategy Establish and implement
best practices
for documentation, workflows, tools, and project execution to reduce cycle times Act as a trusted advisor to
key customers and EPC firms , ensuring technical alignment and satisfaction Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, R&D, and Estimating teams to ensure aligned execution of technical solutions Lead technical customer discussions and support
product testing
and validation in the Innovation Lab Stay current on
industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies
to continuously improve offerings Monitor and report on KPIs to track technical team performance and project effectiveness Support ongoing
process efficiency
and standardization initiatives across engineering disciplines Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering , or a related field 10+ years of progressive experience in
thermal, food, or industrial processing systems Strong leadership background with proven success managing and developing technical teams Deep knowledge of
heat transfer and thermal system design Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Experience with
CAD software
and process simulation tools Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration and lead complex R&D or application-based projects Ability to travel up to 30% (both domestic and international) Experience in
sales or technical pre-sales support
for food or thermal processing systems Prior work with
EPC firms or custom-engineered solutions Familiarity with
engineering and manufacturing processes
in capital equipment environments You'll be joining a company that is at the forefront of
industrial innovation , committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions for the food processing and thermal equipment industries. We value technical excellence, collaboration, and customer-centric leadership—and we’re looking for someone who shares those values. Ready to lead a world-class applications engineering team?
Apply today or reach out confidentially to learn more. Base pay range: $145,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr Possible Locations: Horsham (PA), Lexington (NC), Traverse City (MI), or Blaine (MN) | Full Time | Travel: Up to 30% (Domestic & International)
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