Technical Sales Engineer​/Commercial Engineer – Advanced Composites & Pressure Systems

Carbon Launch Systems (CLS) is seeking an experienced and technically grounded Technical Sales Engineer to drive the commercialisation of advanced composite pressure vessels and cryogenic tank systems across a range of high-performance industrial sectors.

Based in Glasgow, this role sits at the centre of our UK operations and offers genuine ownership of customer engagement, opportunity development and contract conversion. You will work directly with OEMs, system integrators and engineering-led organisations operating in sectors such as hydrogen and clean energy, defence, industrial gases, marine and subsea systems, advanced transport and aerospace‑adjacent industries.

This is a hands‑on role in a growing company, suited to someone who enjoys responsibility, technical depth and having a direct impact on commercial outcomes.

This is a full‑time, permanent position based in Scotland.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

Carbon Launch Systems industrialises advanced composite tank and pressure vessel technologies from its UK base, delivering lightweight, high‑performance solutions for demanding engineering applications.

Built on proven composite design, materials science and manufacturing expertise, CLS produces composite pressure vessels and linerless CFRP tanks where weight, performance and reliability are critical. Through a UK–European manufacturing network, CLS supports customers requiring certifiable, scalable and mission‑critical hardware across multiple regulated industries.

• Own and develop the commercial pipeline from early technical engagement through to contract award
• Act as the primary technical–commercial interface for customers (OEMs, integrators, primes)
• Understand customer requirements and translate them into clear technical proposals, costings and delivery plans
• Work closely with engineering teams to assess feasibility, risk, certification pathways and scope
• Support negotiations and contribute to contract structuring and long‑term customer relationships
• Represent CLS at selected UK and European industry events, customer meetings and technical forums

• A qualified, growing pipeline aligned with CLS’s core composite and pressure‑system capabilities
• Signed customer contracts for composite tanks and pressure vessels across target sectors
• Trusted, repeat relationships with technically demanding customers
• Strong internal alignment between commercial commitments and engineering delivery

• 5–8 years’ experience in technical sales, application engineering or business development within an engineered products environment
• Comfortable engaging with highly technical customers, including senior engineers and programme leads
• Able to balance commercial drive with engineering realism
• Background in composites, pressure systems, cryogenics, hydrogen, aerospace, defence, marine or industrial equipment is strongly preferred
• Self‑directed, structured and comfortable working in a small, ambitious organisation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• 25 days annual leave + public holidays, plus a paid day off on your birthday
• A permanent role in a growing UK advanced‑manufacturing company with European reach
• Direct influence on products used in high‑performance, safety‑critical applications
• International customer exposure without excessive travel
• A technically serious, low‑ego working culture

Carbon Launch Systems is an equal‑opportunity employer. We value capability, integrity and contribution above all else.

If you’re technically strong, commercially minded and want to help build advanced composite products with real industrial impact from Scotland — we’d like to hear from you.