Technical Sales Engineer – PET Foams

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Armacell provides numerous and diverse career opportunities. Add your talent to ours and make a difference around the world! The year 1954 marked a significant milestone in thermal insulation history. Armstrong’s R&D Project Number 54013, developed by three innovators, evolved into Arma Flex, the world's first flexible, closed-cell elastomeric foam for equipment insulation. This product revolutionized the insulation industry. Today, 70 years later, Arma Flex continues to be a pillar of Armacell's success.

We are 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.

This role 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 travel of up to 50% across North America.

• Holidays:
  You are entitled to 12 statutory 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.

• 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.

• 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.

January 8, 2026 - January 22, 2026.

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