The Sales Engineer role supports business development activities and provides technical expertise relating to Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) 3D printing solutions across the European market. As part of the founding team of a newly established European organisation, the position offers an opportunity to contribute both technically and commercially to the growth of the business.
Responsibilities
Promote and sell SLS 3D printers, materials, and related solutions
Identify customer requirements and provide technical consultation
Deliver product demonstrations and technical presentations
Support benchmark printing projects and communicate evaluation results
Provide technical support during customer implementation and post-sales activities
Represent the company at trade shows, conferences, and industry events, including Formnext and Rapid + TCT
Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams in Japan
Gather market intelligence and customer feedback
Support various activities associated with the growth of the European organisation
Requirements
Practical experience with SLS 3D printing technology
Strong technical knowledge of Additive Manufacturing technologies
Ability to conduct technical discussions and solution-based sales activities with customers
Business-level English communication skills
Valid work authorisation in Germany
Willingness to travel within Germany and across Europe
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of other Additive Manufacturing technologies, such as Multi Jet Fusion (MJF), Selective Laser Melting (SLM)/Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM), or Stereolithography (SLA)
Experience supporting customers in the automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturing, or medical device industries
Familiarity with computer-aided design (CAD) software and Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM)
Business-level German and/or Japanese language skills
Experience working in a start-up environment or supporting the establishment of a new business entity
Ideal Candidate
Self-motivated and proactive professional
Passionate about solving customer challenges through technical expertise and commercial engagement
Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment
Interested in contributing to an international and growing organisation
Benefits
30 days of annual leave
Transportation allowance
Competitive compensation package
Expected annual salary of around EUR 60,000, depending on experience and qualifications
Additional information
Employment type: Full-time permanent
Location: Düsseldorf, Germany
About the company
A Japanese company in the advanced manufacturing technology industry specialising in high-performance SLS 3D printers and proprietary materials. Its solutions support prototyping and end-use applications across the automotive, aerospace, and industrial sectors, with a focus on print quality and production efficiency. The company is expanding its European operations through a newly established regional organisation in Germany.
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