Application Engineer Texture and Extrusion

Ashland - Virginia, VA, us on site Until 9/4/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 6, 2026 Last posted July 6, 2026
Job description

You are... 

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 Texture and Extrusion, you provide sales support including feasibility studies, and resolve customer application questions for product lines including texture analysis and extrusion within the Eastern region. You will report to the Business Unit Sales Manager. This position is based at the US Headquarters in Ashland, Virginia. The base salary range for this position is $73,500/year to $83,200/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.

  • 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 50%, including overnight) e.g. for trainings, demonstrations, and installations.
  • 2+ years of experience in texture analysis, mixing, extrusion, or related methods.
  • 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.

At Anton Paar, we truly value every application. Our recruiting team knows your time matters, so we promise to get back to you within 48 hours. Quick, transparent, and personal. Each application does get reviewed by a member of our corporate recruiting team. Just how hiring should be.

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. considers all qualified candidates for this position.
This position is not eligible for current or future work authorization or visa sponsorship.

 

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About this role

Summary

Provide technical support, conduct feasibility studies, and troubleshoot for texture and extrusion applications.

Job title

Application Engineer Texture and Extrusion

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

private industrial equipment

Location requirements

On-site in Ashland, Virginia, USA, remote not allowed

Salary

$74k–$83k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

feasibility studiesdata interpretationcustomer supporttechnical support

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

texture analysisextrusionfeasibility studiestechnical support
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Ashland, VA 23005, USA

On-site City