Sales Engineer- Plastics

Kistler Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kistler Instrument Corporation is seeking a Sales and Application Engineer for the Plastics market in the Midwest. The role focuses on achieving sales goals for plastics vision inspection products across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and neighboring regions, coordinating with the Sales Manager.

The position requires engineering education, plastics industry experience, and ability to travel up to 50%. You will advise on product applications, drive sales strategy, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 2-3 years plastics sales or process engineering experience
• Associate degree (A.A.S.) in Engineering Technology with 3 years plastics sales or process technician experience
• Experience applying pressure sensors, electronics and software to plastics processes
• Knowledge of plastics processing equipment controls to optimize process
• Strong written and verbal communication; proficient with Microsoft Office; willingness to travel up to 50%

Responsibilities

• Respond to technical, price, delivery, and service inquiries
• Advise on applications of plastics vision inspection products
• Develop and implement a Midwest sales strategy with the Sales Manager
• Identify OEM and plastics processing customers and coordinate with the Sales Manager
• Highlight market requirements and collaborate on special solutions
• Maintain product knowledge and assist in preparing project proposals
• Coordinate commitments with internal departments

Job description

Join Kistler - A Global Leader in Measurement Technology!

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 and Application Engineer- Plastics, Midwest. It is to achieve sales goals of the company’s Plastics and vision inspection products in the Midwest. (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Ontario, Canada)

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
• 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.