Technical Sales Engineer

Technical Sales Engineer Engineering Plastics (Genestarâ„¢)

Location:
Antwerp, Belgium (Hybrid) Travel: 40–50% across Germany, Austria and Switzerland (DACH region) *Do you have experience selling polymers for industrial applications?
* *Are you based in Belgium, willing to travel extensively, and fluent in both German and English?
* *This is an exciting opportunity to combine your technical engineering expertise with relationship management and international business development.
* Kuraray is a global leader in specialty chemicals and advanced materials, employing more than 12,000 people worldwide. Through EVAL Europe NV, based in Antwerp, Belgium, we develop and market innovative polymer solutions for demanding applications across the automotive, electrical & electronics, and industrial sectors. We are looking for a commercially driven Technical Sales Engineer to strengthen the growth of our Genestarâ„
¢ business in Europe. Genestarâ„
¢ is Kuraray's high-performance semi-aromatic polyamide (PA9T), used in applications requiring exceptional heat resistance, chemical resistance, dimensional stability and durability. Your Mission As a Technical Sales Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and expanding the Genestarâ„
¢ business throughout a high-end, consultative sales cycle.

Key responsibilities
include:
- Manage and grow relationships with existing customers, distributors and industry partners
- Identify and develop new business opportunities in automotive, electrical & electronics, and industrial applications
- Support customers in material selection and application development
- Collaborate closely with Technical Service, Marketing and R&D teams in Europe and Japan
- Monitor market trends, competitive developments and emerging applications
- Prepare sales forecasts and manage sales administration activities
- Represent Kuraray at customer meetings, technical discussions, trade fairs and industry events
- Contribute to long-term market development strategies for Genestarâ„
¢ in Europe

Your Profile
We are seeking a technically strong and commercially minded professional who thrives on building long-term, value-driven customer relationships. Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or equivalent in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science or a related engineering discipline
- >3 years of experience in the plastics or polymer industry
- Experience serving customers in one or more of the following sectors:
- Automotive
- Electrical & Electronics (E&E)
- Industrial goods / industrial applications
- Fluent German (written and spoken)
- Professional proficiency in English
- Valid driving license and willingness to travel extensively Personal Competencies
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Commercial mindset combined with technical credibility
- Self-starter who enjoys working independently
- Solution-oriented and customer-focused
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Comfortably operating in an international environment
- Team player with a proactive and entrepreneurial attitude Working Arrangement
- Based in Belgium
- Hybrid work model combining:
- Home office
- Office presence in Antwerp/Zwijndrecht
- Customer visits throughout the DACH region
- Approximately 40–50% travel time, including weekly business trips within Germany, Austria and Switzerland

What We Offer

- A challenging and highly autonomous commercial role
- Direct exposure to leading automotive, electronics and industrial manufacturers
- International collaboration with colleagues across Europe and Japan
- Extensive product and application training
- Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth
- Competitive salary package with attractive benefits
- Modern hybrid working environment Genestarâ„
¢ is part of Kuraray, you will join an international organization known for innovation, quality and long-term thinking. Ready to make an impact? Are you passionate about advanced materials and excited by the challenge of growing a high-performance plastics business in Europe? We would be pleased to discuss how your experience and ambitions align with this opportunity. Contact our recruitment partner, Liesbeth Eynatten of Flowtec Solutions, at: +32 (0) 468 07 18 81 L.
Eynatten@flowtec.com We can’t wait to hear from you *EVAL Europe N.
V. located in Antwerp is manufacturing and selling EVOH (ethylene vinyl-alcohol copolymer) resin under trademark EVALâ„¢. EVAL Europe N.
V. is part of Kuraray Co. world leader and trendsetter in EVOH production, development and sales.
* *Eval Europe NV is also selling heat-resistant polyamide resin under trademark GENESTARâ„
¢ since 2012. EVAL Europe N.
V. is responsible for market development and sales of this resin in the EMEA market.*