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Technical Sales Engineer – PET Foams

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Armacell
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
  • Sales
    Sales Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 125000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 125000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Technical Sales Engineer – PET Foams

Armacell is seeking a dynamic Technical Sales Engineer to join our North American team. This role combines business development with hands‑on technical service, supporting our PET Foams business across Canada and the United States. You will play a key role in expanding our presence in building & construction, industrial, and transport markets—while also supporting innovation, product testing, and customer applications.

Location & Travel:
The position can be based in the Toronto area (Canada) or within the Northeast or Midwest United States. The successful candidate should be comfortable with a hybrid/home‑based arrangement that includes approximately one week per month in Brampton, Ontario, and up to 50% travel across North America.

Job Responsibilities
  • Sales & Business Development
    • 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.
  • Technical Service & Customer Support
    • 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.
  • Innovation & Prototyping
    • 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.
  • Testing & Documentation
    • Conduct and document product and application tests.
    • Prepare technical reports, specifications, drawings, and other key documents to support internal teams and customer needs.
Job Qualifications and Requirements
  • 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.
  • Multilingual skills preferred:
    English required, with proficiency in French and/or Spanish desired.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% across North America; ability to spend ~1 week/month in Brampton, ON.
What Armacell Can Offer You
  • Holidays: 12 statutory public holidays per year (Federal and Provincial).
  • Paid Time Off:
    Eligible for paid time off.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage:
    Provided after three months of employment.
  • Life Insurance:
    Company-paid life insurance equal to one time your annual earnings; additional coverage may be purchased at your own expense.
  • Registered Retirement Plan:
    Eligible to participate in Armacell Canada Inc. RRSP/DSP plan with a company match up to 3% of your annual base salary after six months of employment.
Posting Dates

January 8, 2026 – January 22, 2026.

Time Type

Full time

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Building Materials

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