St. Laurent, QC - Food Applications Sales Engineer (full-time)

Job title: St. Laurent, QC - Food Applications Sales Engineer (full-time)

About the Role As a Food Applications Sales Engineer, you will maintain and grow Linde’s Food Merchant Sales—Linde’s largest sector—through the effective application of Linde’s Food Technology portfolio; which includes customized freezer designs manufactured by Linde Canada, Linde U.S. freezer designs, the International Freezer Pool, as well as additional non-freezing applications such as mixers, strippers, and modified atmosphere packaging systems. You will drive innovation by implementing new global Linde technologies and developments in the Canadian food industry, specifically across Ontario and Quebec.

What You'll Do

• Establish and grow relationships with potential customers, industry consultants, and vendors to expand market presence
• Manage sales activities and identify customer needs to tailor effective solutions
• Develop and present application concepts and business cases customized for customers
• Lead and coordinate campaigns and technical projects, including trials, demonstrations, and technology rollouts
• Prepare and execute experimental plans, trial contracts, reports, and technical documentation to support project success
• Collaborate with global and local teams as well as external partners to ensure seamless project delivery and innovation
• Provide expert advice and after-sales support, including training and further development on application equipment
• Participate in international conferences and professional events to contribute to innovation and gain market insights
• Maintain accurate records and reports in customer relationship management systems to support business objectives
• Leverage internal business resources across sales, research and development, business development, and customer service to achieve goals and deliver value

What We're Looking For

• A university degree in Food Engineering or related field, preferably with a specialization in process engineering, and over five years of experience in technical sales within the food industry
• Hands-on expertise in testing and commissioning food equipment such as cryogenic freezers and mixers
• Strong knowledge of industrial gases applications in food freezing and chilling processes
• Demonstrated commercial skills, advanced problem-solving abilities, and a digital mindset open to emerging technologies including artificial intelligence tools
• Fluency in English and French, with excellent interpersonal skills to build trust and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Willingness to travel extensively within Canada and internationally

Nice to Have

• Experience with AI tools and emerging technologies

Compensation & Benefits

• Not disclosed
• Linde Canada Inc. is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. Applicants requiring accommodation during the recruitment and selection process are encouraged to make their needs known in advance if accommodation is required
• Extensive background check process may include criminal background review, pre-employment medical, driver’s license and abstract review, and may also include reference checks, employment and education verification