Regional Sales Engineer

Mitsubishi Chemical Europe; Todmorden; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global specialty materials provider in Todmorden is seeking a Regional Sales Engineer (OEM) to manage relationships with key accounts and drive growth in their EMEA team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Mechanics, Plastics, or Chemistry, and possess technical knowledge of materials and machining. Responsibilities include identifying new opportunities and providing competitive solutions to customers. This position offers a competitive salary, company car, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Company Car

Pension contribution matched plus 2%

Private Healthcare

Life assurance (4x salary)

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Sales and engineering background, ideally in an industrial production environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow relationships with top OEM accounts.
• Identify new opportunities for shapes and parts.
• Provide technical expertise and application knowledge.
• Handle customer enquiries and prepare quotations.

Skills

Technical knowledge of materials and machining

Ability to read technical drawings

Familiarity with CNC machining

Strong communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Mechanics, Plastics, or Chemistry

Tools

Salesforce

ERP systems

Job description

Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation is a specialty materials provider with an unwavering commitment to forging innovative solutions. We possess extensive expertise and leadership in material science within the core market segments of Mobility, Digital, Food and Healthcare. By providing advanced chemistry-based solutions our 70,000 employees enable industry transformation, develop technological advancements, and create more fruitful lives for the global population.

At our Todmorden site, we specialise in engineering high-quality plastic parts and shapes for a wide range of industries - from everyday essentials like high chairs and swimming pool grates to advanced components for the aerospace sector.

We're a close-knit team of over 30 dedicated professionals who take pride in our friendly, supportive work environment. Health, well-being, and safety are at the heart of everything we do - and we're proud to say we've maintained a spotless safety record for over 15 years.

If you're looking to be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and care, Todmorden could be the perfect fit for you.

Role Summary

Are you ready to take ownership of customerrelationships and drive growth in a dynamic, global organisation?

We're looking for a Regional Sales Engineer (OEM) to join our EMEA team and help us deliver exceptional value to our customers.

In this role you will work closely with the two other Sales Engineers within Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials (MCAM) UK to :

• Manage and grow relationships with top OEM accounts aiming to double the portfolio.
• Identify new opportunities for shapes and parts, ensuring sustainable growth and market share.
• Act as a role model for best practices and collaborate closely with Inside Sales and other internal teams.
• Provide technical expertise and application knowledge to offer competitive solutions.
• Handle customer enquiries, prepare quotations, and coordinate follow-up activities to hit defined targets.
• Maintain accurate customer and market data in Salesforce to support strategic decisions.
• This role would benefit from someone being based in the South of England.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Mechanics, Plastics, or Chemistry.
• Experience: Sales and engineering background, ideally in an industrial production environment.
• Skills: Technical knowledge of materials and machining; ability to read technical drawings; familiarity with CNC machining and ERP systems; strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Benefits

• A competitive remuneration package;
• Company Car;
• Pension contribution matched plus 2% (maximum 10% employee contribution);
• Private Healthcare;
• Life assurance (4x salary);
• Employee Assistance Programme.

What Could You Expect?

Our corporate culture is based on the values of integrity, respect, bravery, collaboration and ownership, we call it "Our Way". With our approach, together we can shape a more sustainable, progressive and brighter version of the world.

We believe in the power of people with diverse values, viewpoints, and expertise. Our aim is the wellbeing of people and the planet – a concept we call KAITEKI. We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment.