Application Specialist

Join Kistler A Global Leader in Measurement Technology!At Kistler, were revolutionizing industries with our cutting-edge dynamic measurement technology, helping customers optimize products and processes. From automobile development to smart factories, our Swiss-designed sensor solutions are driving the future of electrified drive technology, industrial automation, and emission reduction.Purpose of the PositionThe Application Specialist is responsible for the successful technical implementation and application of Kistler solutions at the customer site. The position ensures that sensors, electronics, software and related solutions are successfully integrated into the customer's production and injection molding processes.This position is responsible for leveraging technical expertise and sales acumen to respond to customer inquiries and to provide expert advice on product applications.The goal is to execute the implementation and validation approach defined in the Plastics Strategy, ensure reliable operation of the solution at customer's production environment and continuously provide field experience to Product Management for the improvement of Kistler solutions.Key ResponsibilitiesRespond to requests for technical, price, delivery, and service information.Provide advice on the appropriate application of each company product.Implement Medical solutions at customer sites, including sensors, electronics, software and associated system components.Execute the implementation approach defined in the Plastics Strategy and ensure successful technical integration into the customer's production environment.Perform installation, commissioning, configuration, testing and production ramp-up activitiesExecute and support validation and qualification activities according to the defined validation approach.Provide hands-on application support during customer projects and ensure successful solution adoption in production.Work closely with customer production, process engineering, and toolmaking teams during implementation and perform systematic troubleshooting activities.Provide technical training and knowledge transfer to customer teams.Document implementation experience, application knowledge, best practices, and lessons learnedProvide structured feedback from customer applications to Solution Management and Product Management to develop and improve the medical solution portfolioMaintain current knowledge of new and existing products and applicationsDocuments all activities in the CRMRequired QualificationsDegree or technical qualification in plastics engineeringStrong practical experience in injection molding or related production technologiesStrong hands-on technical understanding of sensors, electronics, software and their integration into production environmentsExperience with installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and optimization of technical systemsStrong customer orientation and confidence working directly with production, process engineering and toolmaking teamsStructured working approach with a strong focus on quality, documentation and executionWillingness to travel at least 50% and internationally when neededProvide hands-on support at customer sitesControls of plastics processing equipment to measure evaluate and control machine function to achieve process optimizationRequires engineering design knowledge, tool design is a plusWhy Kistler?At Kistler, we value your expertise and offer opportunities for professional growth in a global environment. Our competitive benefits package includes:Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage401(k) plan with a 4% company matchGenerous personal and vacation timeJoin a team thats shaping the future of measurement technology. We look forward to meeting you!Kistler Instrument Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.