Technical Field Sales (Architectural Metals)

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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

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What You’ll Get to Do

As a Technical Field Sales Specialist (TFSS), you will be a trusted technical expert and partner to both our customers and sales teams, helping bring complex architectural projects to life through knowledge, collaboration, and hands-on support.

Job responsibilities include:

• Serve as a technical expert in glass, metal framing systems, or architectural hardware, supporting key product lines such as US Aluminum, CRL, and Coral


• Provide real-time technical guidance to customers and internal sales teams via phone, Teams, and email


• Support system selection, detailing, and problem-solving for complex project applications


• Partner closely with sales teams in the field (4+ days per week), participating in customer meetings, jobsite visits, and project reviews


• Act as a technical liaison between customers, sales, and internal teams to ensure successful project execution


• Deliver engaging technical training sessions to strengthen product knowledge and sales effectiveness


• Contribute to revenue growth by supporting opportunity development and helping close technically complex projects


• Document field activity, training efforts, and technical contributions to support continuous improvement

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who combines technical expertise with strong relationship-building skills, someone who enjoys being in the field, solving problems, and helping others succeed.

Required:

• Strong technical knowledge of glass, aluminum framing systems, or architectural hardware


• Experience in glazing, architectural products, or commercial construction


• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences


• Willingness to travel and spend significant time in the field


• Proficiency with communication tools such as phone, Microsoft Teams, and email

Preferred:

• Familiarity with OBE, US Aluminum, CRL, or Coral product lines


• Experience in technical sales, field sales support, or product training


• Background working with glaziers, fabricators, architects, or contractors


• Experience delivering training or presentations


• Spanish language skills are a plus

What OBE Offers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee


• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose


• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses


• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

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