Application Engineering Manager

Bachmann Chemical and Engineering•Torrington, CT

5d•$106,000 - $153,000

About The Position

We’re seeking a results-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our Application Engineering Manager. In this role, you will lead Application Engineering performance and disciplined customer solution delivery by directing laboratory and technical service engineering teams to conduct rigorous root-cause investigations, deliver defensible application recommendations, strengthen regional laboratory practices, and develop repeatable customer solution methodologies that support commercial success and are adoptable across global technical teams

Requirements

5+ years leading technical teams within laboratory or application engineering environments
5+ years of experience with adhesives and coatings preferred
BA/BS in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, or equivalency
Proficiency and confidence using and training in laboratory best practices, dispensing and curing equipment
Microsoft Office and laboratory-related systems; ERP user familiarity – JD-E1 especially helpful
Precise, detail-oriented, but with a thirst for knowledge, and an ability to lead and motivate others

Responsibilities

Lead the coordination and integration of Application Engineering and Technical Service resources by engaging Dymax technical expertise, leveraging cross-entity core competencies, and establishing structured, repeatable investigation and solution processes that deliver consistent customer outcomes
Optimize team application recommendations and root cause conclusions by applying subject-matter expertise, disciplined technical judgment, and customer-focused evaluation to guide engineers in developing consistent, defensible solutions for stakeholders
Develop vibrant, responsive, and high-performing laboratory and application engineering teams by recruiting, coaching, and performance managing engineers while assigning work, setting clear expectations, and reinforcing disciplined scientific methods, experimentation practices, and rigorous laboratory analysis
Efficiently disseminate product information, resolutions, and technical recommendations by directing coordinated cross-functional communication of investigation findings and solution alternatives with Customer Service, Sales, Production, R&D, Product Management, and Quality
Create product marketing and sales opportunities through technical engagement by partnering with customers, Territory Sales Managers, and channel partners in application design, product evaluation, and validation testing for new or revised offerings
Build product awareness and Dymax application capabilities across stakeholders by delivering structured technical training programs for internal teams, Sales Managers, channel partners, customers, and other stakeholders to expand application knowledge and product utilization
Strengthen departmental expertise and technical solution strategies by monitoring industry drivers, evaluating competitor technologies, analyzing market trends, and identifying shifts in customer applications that inform technical guidance and solution development
Deliver consistent, dependable quality assurance to customers by ensuring lab and application engineering teams follow disciplined scientific, environmental, legal, safety, and compliance practices while reinforcing a culture of technical rigor and customer focus