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Sales and Application Engineer

RemoteRemoteFull TimePosted 17 days ago

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Required skills

  • plastics
  • sales
  • application engineer
  • Southeast United States
  • remote
  • dynamic measurement technology
  • vision inspection
  • OEM
  • plastics processing companies
  • pressure sensors

Nice to have

  • tool design

Role summary

Kistler Instrument Corporation is seeking a remote Sales and Application Engineer for the plastics division in the Southeast United States. This role is responsible for achieving sales goals for plastics and vision inspection products by developing sales strategies, identifying market opportunities, and providing technical expertise to customers. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering with 2-3 years of experience in plastics sales or process engineering, or an Associate's degree with 3 years of experience. Experience with pressure sensors, associated electronics, software, and plastics processing equipment is required. Knowledge of engineering design and proficiency in Microsoft Office are also necessary. Up to 50% travel is expected.

Kistler Instrument Corporation is looking for a Sales Engineer – plastics in southeast, United States (remote).

At Kistler, we’re revolutionizing industries with our cutting-edge dynamic measurement technology, helping customers optimize products and processes. From automobile development to smart factories, our Swiss-designed sensor solutions are driving the future of electrified drive technology, industrial automation, and emission reduction.

Purpose of the Position

The Purpose of the Sales & Application Engineer- Plastics, Southeast. It is to achieve sales goals of the company’s Plastics and vision inspection products in the Southeast.

(Texas, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama)

Main Tasks

  • Respond to requests for technical, price, delivery, and service information
  • Provide advice on the appropriate application of plastics vision inspection related products
  • Develop and implement a sales strategy in conjunction with the Sales Manager
  • Identifies and penetrates OEM and plastics processing companies and coordinate strategy with the Sales Manager
  • Identifies unique market requirements and consults with the Sales Manager and Application Experts on special solutions
  • Maintain current knowledge of new and existing products and applications
  • Prepares customer price quotations
  • Assists in preparing special project proposals as required
  • Coordinates commitments with affected internal departments

Requirements Profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited four (4) year college preferred plus 2-3 years of experience in plastics sales or process engineer;
  • Associate degree (A.A.S.) in Engineering Technology or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or vocational-technical school plus 3 years of experience as plastics sales engineer or process technician
  • Experience in the application of pressure sensors, associated electronics, and software.
  • Controls of plastics processing equipment to measure evaluate and control machine function to achieve process optimization.
  • Requires engineering design knowledge, tool design is a plus.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills, knowledge, and use of Microsoft office products
  • Up to 50% of travel

Why Kistler?

At Kistler, we value your expertise and offer opportunities for professional growth in a global environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:

  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with a 4% company match
  • Generous personal and vacation time

Join a team that’s shaping the future of measurement technology. We look forward to meeting you!

Kistler Instrument Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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