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a problem solver who loves working with complex technology, a strategic thinker with a scientific approach and business sense, and a professional, committed to customer satisfaction.

As Application Engineer Surface Characterization, you provide sale support including feasibility studies, and resolve customer application questions for product lines including particle analysis, surface area, pore measurement, and X-ray within the West region. You will report to the Business Unit Sales Manager. This position is based at the West region headquarters in Torrance, CA.

The base salary range for this position is $73,000/year to $82,600/year and depends on related experience. Anton Paar USA offers full benefits and a profit sharing contribution to your 401k retirement savings. We offer a $10,000 anniversary bonus every five years plus additional bonus opportunities.

We are ...

focused on selling and supporting Anton Paar's range of high-precision measuring instruments for physical, chemical, mechanical, and structural properties. A highly diverse, dynamic, and financially sound company, we have grown every year since our start in 1986. Our exceptionally high investment in R&D fuels industry-leading solutions throughout a vast range of the industrial and academic landscape, impacting nearly every product you use in daily life.

Anton Paar USA is a for-profit sales and service organization in the Anton Paar Group, privately owned by the charitable Santner Foundation with its headquarters in Graz, Austria.

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting, evaluating, and presenting feasibility studies (sample measurements).
• Installations, training, and technical support.
• Interpreting data and troubleshooting issues.
• Participating in conferences and trade shows.
• Travel (up to 40%, including overnight) e.g. for trainings, demonstrations, and installations.

Skills and qualifications you will need:

• 2+ years of experience in Particle Size, Shape, Zeta Potential, Surface Area (BET), Pore Size and X-Ray Structure Elucidation. 
• Exceptional communications skills (written, oral, and presentation) for interactions with clients ranging from Quality Control Technicians to University Professors and CEOs.
• Ability to work independently and with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction.
• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or materials science.
• Valid driver's license and passport.

Life at Anton Paar is more than just work, with an employee-led In Motion Program organizing active social events during and outside working hours. We also offer unique and rewarding positions with competitive salaries, an award-winning benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. We provide a drug free workplace and require pre-employment drug tests.

Anton Paar USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability and Veteran Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

This position is not eligible for current or future work authorization or visa sponsorship.

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