Technical Sales Engineer - Fabrics & Rolls (Paper Machine Clothing)

Location: Ontario, Canada (Greater Toronto Area preferred)
Territory: Ontario & Eastern Canada
Travel: Regional travel to customer mills required

About ANDRITZ

ANDRITZ Fabrics & Rolls is a global leader in paper machine clothing, roll technology, and performance optimization solutions for the pulp & paper industry. From the wet end to the dry end, our technologies help mills improve productivity, reliability, and operating efficiency.

We are seeking a Technical Sales Engineer to support our Fabrics & Rolls business in Ontario, partnering closely with paper mills to identify optimization opportunities, deliver value‑based solutions, and grow long‑term customer relationships.

What You’ll Do

As a Technical Sales Engineer, you will serve as a trusted technical advisor to paper mills, combining hands‑on paper machine expertise with consultative sales to improve customer performance and drive ANDRITZ growth.

Customer Engagement & Technical Sales

• Build and maintain strong relationships with paper mill customers across Ontario and Eastern Canada
• Identify opportunities for paper machine clothing, roll covers, bowed rolls, and related services
• Conduct paper machine audits, service calls, and optimization studies
• Support customers during shutdown inspections, troubleshooting, and performance improvement initiatives

Optimization & Performance Support

• Perform paper machine optimization and press section studies, including Rezolve™ press optimization
• Analyze machine performance using proprietary modeling and diagnostic tools
• Troubleshoot operating challenges and recommend practical, value‑driven solutions
• Proactively identify issues to reduce warranty exposure and improve long‑term machine performance

Reporting & Collaboration

• Prepare clear, professional on‑site reports, recommendations, and follow‑ups
• Maintain detailed customer and machine records, including PMC, rolls, installations, and product life data
• Communicate field activity, opportunities, and competitive insights to the Sales Manager
• Provide monthly summaries and forecasts highlighting opportunities, mill conditions, and territory priorities

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent experience
• Hands‑on experience in paper mills (production, maintenance, reliability, process, or technical sales)
• Strong knowledge of paper machine clothing, press sections, rolls, or machine optimization
• Proven ability to build relationships and communicate effectively at all mill levels
• Entrepreneurial, self‑driven, and comfortable working independently in the field
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, databases / CRM)
• Ability to travel within the assigned Ontario / Eastern Canada territory

Preferred

• Experience with paper machine clothing, rolls, or press optimization
• Background in technical sales, applications engineering, or field service
• Familiarity with paper machine audits and shutdown support

Why Join ANDRITZ Fabrics & Rolls

• Work with a globally recognized leader in paper machine performance
• Combine technical expertise with customer impact
• Long‑term customer relationships and stable territory
• Competitive compensation and expense support
• Strong technical, sales, and service team collaboration