Armacell · 13 hours ago
Technical Sales Engineer – PET Foams
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expArmacell is a leader in thermal insulation and is seeking a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to join their North American team. This role focuses on business development and technical service for their PET Foams business, aiming to expand their market presence while supporting innovation and customer applications.
Building Material
Hiring Manager
Kelsey Walter
Responsibilities
Manage existing accounts and drive new business opportunities across Canada and the US
Build and manage a healthy pipeline using Salesforce and support demand-generation initiatives
Represent Armacell at trade shows, conferences, and industry events
Provide technical expertise to customers, end users, and OEMs, helping them optimize applications with PET foams
Support product testing, qualification, and certification processes
Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Global Tech Service) to resolve issues and support customer projects
Support development of new applications and processes, from concept to industrialization
Carry out foam conversion and fabrication using shaping, laminating, molding, and related technologies
Evaluate new technologies and support technology transfers across sites
Conduct and document product and application tests
Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, and other key documents to support internal teams and customer needs
Qualification
Required
Degree in Engineering (B.Sc./M.Sc.) or equivalent technical background
Minimum 5 years of experience in composites, FRP, or core materials industry
Strong understanding of FRP processes (RTM, infusion, prepreg, lamination, molding) and hands-on technical skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Strong organizational skills, analytical mindset, and innovative approach
Willingness to travel up to 50% across North America; ability to spend ~1 week/month in Brampton, ON
Preferred
Multilingual skills preferred: English required, with proficiency in French and/or Spanish desired
Benefits
Holidays: You are entitled to 12 Statuary public holidays per year based on Federal and Provincial holidays.
Paid Time Off: You will be eligible for paid time off
Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage: Armacell Canada provides medical, dental, vision and prescription drug insurance after three months of employment.
Life Insurance: Armacell Canada provides company-paid life insurance of one time your annual earnings. Additional life insurance may be purchased at your own expense.
Registered Retirement Plan: You are eligible to participate in Armacell Canada Inc. RRSP/DSP plan where Armacell Canada Inc. will match up to 3% of your annual base salary after six months of employment.
Company
Armacell
Armacell is a provider of insulation materials.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2015-11-30Acquired
Leadership Team
Patrick Mathieu
Non Executive Director
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