As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year old heritage of excellence, innovation, and a future-focused mindset, we strive to create value for our customers and society. We aim to do this through innovative solutions and sustainable practices. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of steel wire transformation and coatings whilst also leveraging our expertise to develop innovative solutions with new materials and services in a safe, smart, and sustainable way. Our focus extends to markets such as new mobility, low‑carbon construction, and green energy.
As a dynamic and growing company with over 19 000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and € 3,7 billion in combined revenue in 2025, we are looking for someone like you to join our team as we continue to shape a safer, more efficient, and connected world!
Purpose and Mission
We are seeking a Technical Applications Specialist to join our team to add to our technical capability and support the delivery of industry‑leading rope solutions across our global customer base. Provide specialist steel wire rope applications and product expertise to customers and internal teams, lead technical problem‑solving, and support product development initiatives that respond to evolving market and customer needs.
Key Activities and Responsibilities
* Act as an internal expert on wire rope applications, supporting sales and market sector teams.
* Deliver technical support to customers, including troubleshooting, training, and on‑site assistance.
* Contribute to product development, NPI/PDP activities, and application‑specific design input.
* Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation following customer interactions.
* Build strong relationships with distributors, OEMs, end users, and technical bodies.
* Participate in trade shows, conferences, and sector‑specific technical committees as required.
* Support complaint investigation and resolution within defined limits.
* Provide technical sales training to internal teams.
* Manage daily workload and maintain accurate activity data.
Skills
* Strong ability to form effective relationships with internal and external technical personnel.
* Confident communicator with good analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and adapt to varied customer and project needs.
* Valid passport and ability to travel globally, sometimes at short notice.
Previous Experience
* Previous experience in a similar role or in the lifting/rigging/wire rope industry is preferred.
Qualifications and Education
* Applicants with engineering backgrounds or degree‑level education will be considered.
Be bold and take the leap!
We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team! At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
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