Remote Western Market Development Engineer - Polypropylene

Washington Penn; Phoenix (AZ); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Penn is seeking a results-driven professional to identify product requirements and lead technology development for polypropylene compounds. The role emphasizes plastics technology, customer relationships, business development, project management, teamwork, organization, and communication.

You will pursue new opportunities, determine material specs, collaborate with product development, interpret results, coordinate customer trials, and present data packages for approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in engineering, science, or equivalent.
• 5–7 years of experience with custom plastic materials.
• Strong ability to build long-term customer relationships.

Responsibilities

• Identify product requirements and drive development projects for polypropylene compounds.
• Pursue new business opportunities through customer and market development efforts.
• Interface with customers and OEMs to obtain product approvals.
• Promote Washington Penn products and capabilities.
• Prepare data sheets and participate in customer trials and feedback.
• Submit call reports and monthly activity summaries as requested by manager.

Skills

Customer relationships

Business development

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Organization

Plastics technology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Washington Penn is seeking a results-driven professional to identify product requirements and lead technology development for polypropylene compounds. The role emphasizes plastics technology, customer relationships, business development, project management, teamwork, organization, and communication.

You will pursue new opportunities, determine material specs, collaborate with product development, interpret results, coordinate customer trials, and present data packages for approvals.