Sales and Application Engineer
Kistler Instrument Corp.•Simpsonville, SC
•Remote
About The Position
Kistler Instrument Corporation is hiring a Sales and Application Engineer – Plastics for the Southeast United States in a remote role. The position is responsible for achieving company sales goals for plastics and vision inspection products across Texas, Florida, Arkansas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Alabama. Kistler provides dynamic measurement technology and sensor solutions used in areas such as automobile development, smart factories, electrified drive technology, industrial automation, and emission reduction.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate engineering discipline from an accredited four-year college, preferred, plus 2–3 years of experience in plastics sales or as a process engineer; alternatively, an 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 a plastics sales engineer or process technician.
- Experience applying pressure sensors, associated electronics, and software.
- Knowledge of controls for plastics processing equipment to measure, evaluate, and control machine function for process optimization.
- Engineering design knowledge.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge and use of Microsoft Office products.
- Willingness to travel up to 50%.
Nice To Haves
- Tool design knowledge is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Respond to requests for technical, pricing, delivery, and service information.
- Advise customers on the appropriate application of plastics and vision-inspection products.
- Develop and implement a sales strategy in conjunction with the Sales Manager.
- Identify and pursue OEMs and plastics processing companies, coordinating strategy with the Sales Manager.
- Identify unique market requirements and consult with the Sales Manager and Application Experts on special solutions.
- Maintain current knowledge of new and existing products and applications.
- Prepare customer price quotations.
- Assist in preparing special project proposals as required.
- Coordinate commitments with affected internal departments.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
- 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
- Generous personal and vacation time.
- Opportunities for professional growth in a global environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
