Benelux Technical Manager - Insulation Solutions

Owens Corning; Tessenderlo; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in Belgium (Tessenderlo) invites applications for a Technical Manager Benelux. The role collaborates with the Technical Lead Western Europe, commercial teams across Benelux, and the Central Technical Department to enable profitable growth of FOAMGLAS® solutions.

The position combines on-site and field technical support with hands-on project assistance, participates in technical committees, and monitors sustainability developments to position solutions effectively in a growing

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master degree in engineering, architecture or a related field.
• Experience in construction, engineering or technical project support.
• Trilingual Dutch, French and English is a must have.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality technical support from specification to execution, including on-site assistance.
• Represent FOAMGLAS in technical committees and stay aligned with guidelines.
• Serve as technical expert in customer meetings and presentations.
• Contribute to sustainability and circularity topics in line with market trends.
• Coordinate with the Central Technical Department to share knowledge with sales teams.
• Maintain contacts with test and certification institutes for compliance.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Digital tools

Analytical thinking

Project planning

Customer value mindset

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in engineering/architecture or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

BOX

Job description

Technical Manager Benelux

Technical Manager Benelux

Location: Belgium based in Tessenderlo office. Hybrid or home office

About The Position

Join us in making the world a better place by reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions! Owens Corning Insulation manufactures and provides insulation materials that help customers and industries improve energy efficiency, with FOAMGLAS® playing a key role in delivering high-performance solutions for demanding applications. Owens Corning is fully engaged in reducing its own CO ₂ emissions through a series of ongoing investments.

We are looking for a Technical Manager Benelux who will work in close collaboration with the Technical Lead Western Europe, the commercial teams across the Benelux area and the Central Technical Department, to enable profitable growth across our FOAMGLAS® solutions through strong technical support from specification to execution.

This is a pivotal role in the success of our business, as technical support is an integral part of our offering: The role combines engaged technical discussions and expertise with hands-on consultative project support during design and execution, while also contributing to selected key technical committees and monitoring developments related to sustainability and circularity to support the positioning of our solutions in an evolving market context.

What does success look like?

• Strengthens the sales process through high-quality technical support to sales teams, customers and project stakeholders, from project specification through to execution, including hands-on support on site where needed;
• Represents the FOAMGLAS® business in selected key technical committees, working groups and commissions to stay closely connected to current regulations and evolving national technical guidelines, and to actively defend and advocate the business interests, in coordination with the Technical Lead Western Europe and relevant internal stakeholders;
• Acts as the technical expert in customer meetings, presentations and events;
• Is a technical reference for sustainability-related topics, ensuring our solutions are correctly positioned in relation to environmental performance, regulations and market expectations;
• Works closely with the Central Technical Department to align technical documentation, share knowledge and ensure relevant information is effectively transferred to the sales teams;
• Maintains relevant contacts with test and certification institutes where required, in support of ongoing certification and local compliance activities.
  
  

Skills And Capabilities Necessary To Succeed

• Ability to empower and care for others, starting with safety;
• Impactful oral and written communication;
• Comfortable working with standard digital tools/software (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, BOX,…) and internal systems required for the role;
• Strong analytical mindset with a pragmatic and solution-oriented approach to technical challenges;
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to manage priorities independently, take ownership of technical topics within the Benelux context, and contribute to achieving the company’s objectives;
• Understands that all business opportunities begin with a knowledge of creating value for the customer.
  
  

Business Requirements

• Bachelor or Master degree in a construction-related field such as engineering, architecture or similar, or equivalent through relevant professional experience;
• Experience in construction, engineering or technical project support, with the level depending on educational background and practical expertise;
• Strong understanding of building physics, general construction practices and the ability to interact with stakeholders across the construction value chain. Experience with insulation materials is a plus;
• Trilingual Dutch, French and English is a must have.
  
  

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com .

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.