Field Sales Engineer

Job Description

Company Overview

Thanks to our more than 70 years of experience, our products and services set standards in a variety of fields. In accordance with strict ISO 9001 standards, Leister Technologies produces innovative, durable, and efficient products. Whether it be welding equipment for floor installations, roofing, landfills, tunnels, or aquatics, our customers choose us for unmatched durability and proven performance.

Leister is currently seeking a dedicated Field Sales Engineer to join our team at our US location in Itasca, IL. This role uses a consultative-based approach to grow the GEO (Geomembrane) department sales by obtaining orders from existing and prospective customers. The role combines technical expertise with solution-driven sales to expand our presence in geosynthetics, landfill, mining, civil engineering, and related markets.

Primary Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and maintain business relationships with current customers and prospective customers to generate new business for GEO products (hot-air welders, wedge welders, extrusion welders, and testing devices).
• Research and qualify potential customers within the geomembrane, civil engineering, landfill, mining, and environmental containment markets.
• Maintain continuous engagement with customers and prospective customers through in-person visits, technical consultations, phone calls, and emails.
• Understand customer applications (seaming, extrusion, detail work, testing) and specify the correct Leister tools and equipment to ensure optimal results.
• Provide guidance on repair vs. replacement recommendations and coordinate with Leister's repair / service department to deliver accurate product and service solutions.
• Organize and conduct application and technical training sessions for distributors, resellers, contractors, and end-users.
• Represent Leister at trade shows, technical conferences, and industry networking events to strengthen market penetration, improve customer satisfaction, and maximize profitability.
• Develop and refine sales strategies to increase market penetration, improve customer satisfaction, and maximize profitability.
• Provide structured feedback to Leister headquarters (located in Switzerland) on market trends, customer requirements, product performance, technical challenges, pricing, delivery, and lead times to support product development.
• Collaborate with internal teams (marketing, product management, service) to ensure consistent communication and alignment with GEO business goals.

Essential Skills

In addition to the posted salary range of $80,000 - $90,000, we offer commission opportunities tied to sales performance.

Join us at Leister Technologies LLC and be part of our journey towards excellence!

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