Sales Manager, US Capital Projects

What we do-

Aspen is a technology leader in sustainability and electrification solutions. The Companys aerogel technology enables its customers and partners to achieve their own objectives around the global megatrends of resource efficiency e-mobility and clean energy. Aspens PyroThin products enable solutions to thermal runaway challenges within the electric vehicle (EV) market. The Companys Cryogel and Pyrogel products are valued by the worlds largest energy infrastructure companies. Aspens strategy is to partner with world-class industry leaders to leverage its Aerogel Technology Platform into additional high-value markets. Aspen is headquartered in Northborough Mass.

What we value-

At Aspen our values reflect who we are and how we work both with each other and our customers suppliers and communities. They shape our interactions guide our decisions and inspire us to bring our collaborating internally or externally our values drive us to make a meaningful impact within Aspen and in all our relationships.

Aspens CORE Values

We Do the Right Thing

We are Problem Solvers

We are Allies

We Drive Forward

What you will do-

TheSales Manager US Capital Projectsis responsible foridentifying influencing and securing capital projects in the United States thatrepresentapproximately <$1MM in insulation revenue for Aspen Aerogels. These projects require strategic engagement with mid-tier EPC firms emerging-market developers and regional asset owners. This role fills the critical gap between Aspens Global Projects team (focused on large-scale projects) and Regional Industrial Sales Managers (focused on local facility and turnaround business).

The Sales Manager will manage a national portfolio of capital projects in markets such as hydrogen carbon capture SAF data centers power refining petrochemical renewable fuels and midstream. The Sales Manager will drive project specifications influenceinsulationscope decisions coordinate cross-functionally to position Aspen Aerogels as the preferred solution provider and will own the project frominceptionto construction. This individual will also lead strategic corporate key account management support regional Industrial Sales Managers during travel within their territories and contribute toemerging-marketstrategy and market development.

How will you do it-

• Capital Project Identification & Development (<$1MM insulation revenue)
  • Identifyand qualify capital projects in the U.S. across diverse markets including carbon capture hydrogen ammonia SAF data centers renewable diesel/RNG power refining petrochemical and gas processing.
  • Secure project specifications andscopeinclusion for Aspen Aerogels solutions.
  • Build influence early in the project cycle by engaging EPCs licensors and asset owners.
  • Track projects through engineering procurement and construction phases to maximize conversion and revenue realization.
• EPC Relationship Ownership (Mid-Tier Focus)
  • Lead outreach and relationship expansion with mid-level EPCs (e.g. S&B Hargrove Onyx Engineering OPD River City Engineering Saulsbury Burns & McDonnell BCCKEichleay).
  • Expand Aspens network at larger EPCs (e.g. Worley Fluor Bechtel) where limited contact currently restricts influence.
  • Conduct technical presentations insulation scope reviews and project solution workshops to position Aspen as a preferred technical and commercial partner.
  • InfluenceEPC standards and specifications to includePyrogelandCryogelZ as a preferred or standard solution.
• Corporate Key Account & Strategic Engagement
  • Maintain strategic alignment with major corporate accountsincluding Exxon Lyondell Shell BASF CP Chem Marathon P66 Oxy Delek and othersto drive project pull-through.
  • Build and maintain multi-level account strategies in collaboration with Regional Industrial Sales Managers.
  • Understand long-term facility plansexpansionactivity turnaround cycles and corporate initiatives to predict future capital project opportunities.
  • Coordinate communications and project updates across Aspen stakeholders to ensure alignment with corporate account strategies.
• Project Portfolio Management & CRM Discipline
  • Maintain comprehensive project and account data in D365 CRMin accordance withAspens operating rhythm.
  • Developaccurateforecasts for capital project revenue and probability-weighted pipelines.
  • Use CRM and other tools to track key milestones: specification approval bid award and execution.
  • Coordinate internally with Marketing Commercial Operations Finance and Technical Services to ensure project delivery pricing and marginobjectivesare met.
  • Monitor competitor activity and adjust strategies to protect and expand Aspens insulation footprint.
• Travel Requirements
  • Travel up to approximately 60% oftimetomaintainproject influence meet with EPCs access strategic accounts and support Regional Industrial Sales Managers.
  • Plan travel to maximize both capital project advancement and regional account development.

Why you are right for the job-

• 7 years of experience in industrial sales capital project development EPC engagement or related technical-commercial roles.
• Deep familiarity with the engineering workflow at EPCs including FEED detailed design procurement and construction.
• Demonstrated ability to influence project specifications and drive adoption of premium-value technical products.
• Experience navigating complex project environments and multi-stakeholder organizations.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to assess project economics valuelevers and risk factors.
• Highly entrepreneurial self-directed and collaborative across multiple functions and organizations.
• Strong CRM discipline (D365 preferred).
• Excellent communication technical presentation and relationship-building skills.

Preferred

• Background in insulation systems high-value technical materials or energy infrastructure.
• Experience with hydrogen carbon capture renewable fuels power petrochemical or refining sectors.
• Established networks within the mid-tier EPC community.

Working Style & Success Traits

• High integrity strong work ethic and bias for action.
• Ability to create and communicate a compelling project and account strategy.
• Team-orientedleadership thatelevates the success of Regional Industrial Sales Managers and internal stakeholders.
• Problem-solving mindset with a strong ability toanticipatetechnical or project barriers.
• Entrepreneurial energy with a commitment to building new markets and relationships from the ground up.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERKS OFJOININGOUR TEAM!

Aspen is committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package a positive and productive work environment encouraged work/life and family balance and opportunities for growth and development in a culture that is focused on inclusion sustainability and working together to solve the worlds toughest challenges.

Aspen is proud to offer a competitive benefits package including Medical Dental Vision Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays Sick Time and addition we also offer 401k Employer Match Life and Disability Insurance and other benefits.

Expected Compensation: Between $150000 and $175000 USD/year based on experience. Yearly Bonus eligibility.

Aspen Aerogels Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Aspen Aerogels Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process please send an e-mail toor call and leave a voice message at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information and we will return your message.

Required Experience:

Manager