Technical Sales Engineer – Sustainable Polymer Solutions
Location: Near Treviso, Italy (25 mins from Venice)
Travel: Regular travel across Europe and North America
Compensation: Strong base + retention bonus + equity opportunity
Shape the future of sustainable materials — and accelerate into leadership.
This is a high-impact opportunity for a commercially minded Mechanical Engineer to drive adoption of a breakthrough plastic wire product. You’ll join a well-funded, international manufacturer at a newly acquired site, combining hands-on technical delivery with client-facing influence across global markets.
What’s on offer
* Strong base salary with retention package and potential equity at exit
* Clear track to Plant Manager in 2–3 years
* Exposure to a global expansion strategy backed by private equity
* Regular international travel across Europe and North America
* Close mentorship from international leadership and JV partners
Why this business
Backed by private equity and a joint venture, this firm is scaling rapidly into sustainable materials — with two new production lines launching in quick succession. Your work will directly enable the shift from steel to innovative plastic solutions across multiple markets.
What you’ll be doing
* Lead on-site machinery reconfiguration and process optimisation to support plastic wire production
* Partner with commercial teams to deliver technical trials and adapt solutions for client needs
* Support customers with training on polymer processing and baling system integration
* Act as the technical point of contact during client onboarding and solution rollout
* Play a visible role in plant development and succession planning
What you’ll bring
* 2–5 years’ experience in waste management/recycling or machinery manufacturing
* A degree in Mechanical Engineering
* Confidence to engage clients on technical performance and process innovation
* Fluent in both English and Italian
Who this suits
You’re a hands-on engineer who thrives on solving technical problems and influencing client adoption. Whether reconfiguring machinery or presenting solutions across borders, you’re ready to lead from the front.
Apply now for a confidential conversation with Walker Lovell.