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Specialist Application Engineering Adhesives (d/f/m)

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Henkel

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Research & Development
    Engineering
  • Düsseldorf

AI generated summary

  • You need a Master's in Chemistry/Engineering, experience in pressure sensitive adhesives, strong technical skills, communication and project management abilities, and fluency in English and German.
  • You will provide technical guidance, support clients with projects, conduct product testing, train sales partners, and represent the company at trade shows while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Requirements

  • Master degree in Chemistry or Engineering
  • Experience within the pressure sensitive adhesives industry
  • Strong technical expertise and problem solving in the adhesives industry for key applications like PSA graphics
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication and project management skills
  • Fluent English and German skills; French is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert technical guidance to clients, understanding their needs and recommending solutions
  • Support clients with lab-based and customer-facing projects, including performance validation, data generation, and designing test methods for new applications. This includes up to 40% of travel withing Europe
  • Conduct thorough product testing and evaluations, ensuring that solutions meet quality standards and client specifications
  • Work with cross-functional colleagues in sales, product development, marketing, and others to solve technical issues for our clients
  • Inform our clients on the performance capabilities of Henkel’s products and services via technical help, reports, and presentations
  • Provide expert training programs to our sales partners and clients to ensure new products and applications are selected and used whenever appropriate
  • Establish and leverage external networks and partnerships with OEM and represent Henkel on trade shows and industry trade associations

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Specialist Application Engineering Adhesives?

The main responsibility is to provide expert technical guidance to clients, understand their needs, and recommend appropriate adhesive solutions, while also supporting lab-based and customer-facing projects.

How much travel is expected in this role?

The role includes up to 40% travel within Europe to support clients.

What educational background is required for this position?

A Master's degree in Chemistry or Engineering is required.

Is experience in a specific industry necessary?

Yes, experience within the pressure-sensitive adhesives industry is essential.

What skills are important for success in this role?

Strong technical expertise in adhesives, excellent problem-solving abilities, outstanding verbal and written communication, and project management skills are important.

What languages are required for this position?

Fluency in English and German is required; French is considered a plus.

Does Henkel offer flexible working arrangements?

Yes, Henkel offers a flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid, and work-from-anywhere policies.

Are there any health and wellness programs available?

Yes, Henkel provides globally recognized wellbeing standards, including health and preventive care programs.

What parental leave options does Henkel offer?

Henkel offers gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks.

Is there a company pension plan?

Yes, Henkel offers a company pension plan that is 100% financed by Henkel.

Are there any employee investment programs?

Yes, there is an Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares.

What mobility benefits are available to employees?

Employees can benefit from initiatives such as My Henkel Bike and Jobticket.

Does Henkel promote diversity and inclusion in its hiring process?

Yes, Henkel welcomes applications from individuals across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, generations, and disabilities, and supports accommodations during the interview process.

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Henkel

Leading with our innovations, brands and technologies. We are: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations.

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1876
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Henkel operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands and technologies in two business areas: Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands. Founded in 1876, Henkel looks back on more than 145 years of success. The company holds leading positions with its two business units in both industrial and consumer businesses thanks to strong brands, innovations and technologies such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel, headquartered in Düsseldorf / Germany, counts among the most internationally aligned German-based companies in the global marketplace. Our company purpose expresses what unites us all at Henkel: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. We are a diverse team of more than 50,000 colleagues worldwide, striving to enrich and improve life every day through our products, services, and solutions. Our Purpose is built from our roots and carries a long-standing legacy of innovation, responsibility, and sustainability into the future. Our shared values and Leadership Commitments guide our decisions and actions every day.