Employee Type Full-Time Axiom Group is a privately held, IATF 16949-certified Tier 1 automotive supplier specializing in plastic injection moulding. Founded in 1987, Axiom has grown into a North American manufacturing organization with more than 500 employees across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. We provide comprehensive solutions ranging from product design and tooling to injection moulding and assembly. Our capabilities include two-shot moulding, Class A interior and exterior components, battery components, under-the-hood and HVAC parts, and complex assemblies. With a dedicated engineering team, proprietary lightweight materials, and a strong commitment to innovation, Axiom partners with leading automotive manufacturers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective solutions. Technical Sales Engineer to join our Sales team. This is an exciting opportunity for an automotive engineering professional who understands plastic injection moulding and wants to influence vehicle programs from the early concept and design stages. In this newly created role, you will serve as the technical bridge between Axiom and our customers' engineering, product design, and advanced engineering teams. Working closely with Account Managers and internal Engineering teams, you will identify new business opportunities, influence component design, recommend manufacturing improvements, and help secure new automotive programs. The ideal candidate combines strong technical expertise in automotive plastics with commercial awareness, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships with OEM customers. Build and maintain strong relationships with OEM product engineering, design studio, and advanced engineering teams. Engage with customers early in the vehicle development process to influence part design,



material selection, and specifications. Collaborate with Account Managers to identify new business opportunities and support the acquisition of current automotive programs. Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and feasibility assessments with customer engineering teams. Review part designs and specifications and recommend design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements. Work with internal Engineering teams to evaluate mouldability, tooling requirements, material alternatives, and manufacturing feasibility. Present Axiom's manufacturing capabilities and technical solutions during customer design reviews, technical days, and supplier presentations. Identify emerging opportunities in electric vehicles, lightweight materials, and sustainable material technologies. Prepare technical presentations, proposals, and customer engagement reports. Monitor automotive technology and market trends and share relevant insights with Sales and Engineering teams. Act as the primary technical liaison between customers and Axiom's internal teams. Travel to customer engineering centres and Axiom manufacturing facilities across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Materials Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline. Eng. or PE) designation is an asset.



Experience and Technical Knowledge Minimum of 10 years of experience in the automotive industry with a Tier 1 supplier and/or OEM. Experience in product design, application engineering, program engineering, or technical sales engineering. In-depth knowledge of plastic injection moulding, including part design, tooling, resin selection, two-shot moulding, Class A finishes, and assembly processes. Familiarity with engineering plastics and automotive resins, including PP, TPO, PC/ABS, and glass-filled materials. Working knowledge of CAD software such as CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks. Ability to interpret mould-flow analysis and tooling data. Understanding of how product design and material selection affect piece price, tooling costs, manufacturability, and profit margins. An established network within OEM engineering, design, and purchasing teams is a strong asset. Excellent technical communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Ability to communicate effectively with engineering professionals, purchasing teams, and senior executives. Strong commercial awareness and customer-focused problem-solving skills. Ability to work collaboratively with Sales, Engineering, Program Management, and Operations. Valid passport and willingness to travel throughout North America, including Canada, the United States, and Mexico. Engage with OEM engineering teams early in the product development process and help shape components before requests for quotation are issued. Work with Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities Gain exposure to advanced injection moulding technologies, two-shot moulding, Class A components, battery components, and complex automotive assemblies. Work alongside Axiom's engineering team to develop innovative, manufacturable, and cost-effective solutions for automotive customers. Explo

📌 Technical Sales (Aurora)
🏢 Axiom Group
📍 Aurora