Materials Testing Applications Engineer

Primary Objectives

Support MTS’ Materials Testing business by providing materials testing knowledge/expertise to our worldwide customer base.

Provide pre-sales technical support and leadership to both our customers and sales teams.

Led the translation of customer requirements into a proposed technical solution.

Major Areas Of Accountability

• Provide technical assistance directly to our customers and salespeople.
• Establish technical credibility with the prospective customer.
• Understand the prospect’s technical needs and develop the appropriate MTS testing solution.
• Conduct testing demonstrations to help the prospective customer understand the solution.
• Plans and conduct effective customer presentations.
• Participate in professional committees and influence testing standards when possible.
• Demonstrated ability to manage customer sales opportunities, develop appropriate product solutions, and lead a technical pursuit team through solution creation.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4-year degree in Engineering or Materials Science.
• 2-10 years of progressively demanding technical experience.
• Willingness to travel. This is a global role, with both domestic and international travel averaging 5%-15%.
• Demonstrated business acumen and technical expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience working with a wide range of customers.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and propose concepts and test methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sales opportunities, lead a technical pursuit team, and develop appropriate product solutions.
• Postgraduate degree in Materials Science or Engineering.
• Materials Science expertise in one or more of these areas: Low Cycle Fatigue, High Cycle Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, or Fatigue Crack Growth Testing of Metallic or Composite Materials.
• Experience conducting tests in a Materials Testing Laboratory.
• Exposure to MTS Test Equipment.

The Ideal Candidate

Will have direct experience working with a wide range of customers.

Demonstrated ability to develop and propose concepts and test methodologies.

Demonstrated ability to manage sales opportunities, lead a technical pursuit team, and develop appropriate product solutions.

Postgraduate degree in Materials Science or Engineering.

Materials Science expertise in one or more of these areas: Low Cycle Fatigue, High Cycle Fatigue, Fracture Mechanics, or Fatigue Crack Growth Testing of Metallic or Composite Materials.

Experience conducting tests in a Materials Testing Laboratory.

Exposure to MTS Test Equipment.

This is a global role, with both domestic and international travel averaging 5%-15%.

Best In Class Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• HSA/FSA with a company match
• Income Protection Benefits
• Industry Leading 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Matching Gift and Volunteer Program
• Opportunities to Get Involved and Give Back

Physical Demands (U.S. only)

• Sit
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Talk or hear
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

Compensation Information

The compensation for this position ranges from $80,000-$120,000 based on relevant experience and education.