Sales Engineer - Automotive Adhesives

Sales Engineer – Automotive Adhesives

LG Chem America, Inc.

"We connect science to life for a better future."

Location:

Evansville, IN (primarily remote, occasional travel).

• Identify and pursue new opportunities in the automotive adhesives market, focusing on OEMs and Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers, while aligning initiatives with global business strategies.
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and grow market share, operating independently yet in line with global objectives.
• Evaluate and prioritize opportunities based on market potential, customer needs, and strategic fit, coordinating with HQ leadership to focus on high-impact initiatives.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with decision‑makers, engineers, and procurement teams at OEMs and Tier 1/Tier 2 companies.
• Provide technical guidance to customers, ensuring solutions meet performance, cost, and quality requirements, and collaborate with R&D teams in the U.S. and Seoul to develop tailored solutions.
• Deliver persuasive technical presentations and product demonstrations that highlight the advantages of adhesive solutions, working with marketing and R&D teams to create impactful materials.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and customer requirements, sharing insights to refine strategies and uncover new opportunities.
• Partner closely with R&D and marketing teams to align product development, sales campaigns, and promotional activities.
• Provide regular updates on sales performance, customer feedback, and market conditions, while forecasting revenue and adjusting strategies as needed.
• This position is primarily remote, with occasional travel required to customer sites and our Evansville office.

• At least 5 years of experience in a sales engineer or technical sales role, ideally within the automotive adhesives, sealants, or materials industries.
• Solid understanding of the automotive industry, including OEMs, Tier 1, and Tier 2 suppliers, and the specific needs and challenges related to adhesive solutions.
• Knowledge of adhesive products, bonding technologies, and applications within the automotive sector. Ability to work independently in supporting customers with technical advice and solutions.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful sales strategies, building strong customer relationships, and achieving sales goals.
• Willingness to travel within U.S. and occasionally to other parts of North America to meet customers and attend industry events.
• Self‑motivated, organized, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a global team.

• A successfully completed degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Material Science or a comparable field.
• Excellent user knowledge of MS Office programs (Excel, PPT, Word).
• Fluency in English required, Korean language preferred.

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.