Job Description:
The Impact You’ll Make in this Role
As an Advanced Application Engineer in 3M’s Glass Bubble business, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world.
Here, you will make an impact by:
1. Leading initiatives to drive growth by collaborating with customers, developing new applications, and commercializing new products. Work with global teams to implement impactful solutions across 3M’s diverse markets.
2. Working both independently and as part of a team to advance commercial products in the market, ensuring they meet customer needs and industry standards through the development of data packages, industry group participation etc.
3. Finding solutions to customer problems while working within the framework of a cross-functional team that includes Sales, Marketing, Quality, and Manufacturing
4. Validating product performance at customer sites (field tests) and provide advice on causation and recommended solutions.
5. Frequent verbal and written communication including phone calls, team meetings and presentations both with customers and internally within 3M.
Your Skills and Expertise
To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M is looking for candidates who meet the following minimum requirements:
6. Bachelor’s degree or higher in Science, Material Science or Engineering fields
7. Substantial application engineering / technical service experience
8. Proven customer-facing skills with experience in presenting technical solutions
9. Hands on laboratory experience in formulation of sealants, potting compounds for markets such as ev batteries, oil and gas, construction and industrial paints and coatings.
10. Ability to travel for customer visits, site engagements and technical demonstrations
11. Fluency in English and German
Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
12. Ability to communicate clearly across global functions, including lab, manufacturing, and business teams
13. Innovative mindset with a focus on customer collaboration and market growth
14. Ability to work independently and take initiative in developing new applications and solutions
Job specifics:
15. Location: Neuss
16. On-site job
17. May include up to 20% travel
18. Full time
Does this opportunity and our innovative 3M culture align with your career aspirations?
If so, we encourage you to apply and embark on a journey of creativity and growth with us.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Resources for You
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