Technical Sales Engineer

Kistler Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kistler Instrument Corporation is seeking a Technical Sales Engineer - Plastics for the Southeast to grow sales of plastics vision inspection products across the region. The role requires up to 50% travel and close collaboration with the Sales Manager to develop and execute a strategic plan.

Responsibilities include providing technical and pricing information, advising on applications, and coordinating with internal teams to deliver solutions across automotive, packaging, and processing sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited four-year college; 2-3 years of plastics sales or process engineer experience.
• Associate degree in Engineering Technology from an accredited two-year college; 3 years of plastics sales engineer or process technician experience.
• 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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Plastics sales

Process engineering

Technical sales

Pressure sensors experience

Engineering knowledge

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering

Associate degree in Engineering Technology

Tools

MS Office

Tool design knowledge

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 Technical Sales 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
• 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.