Applications Manager - Wastewater and Mining

Solenis

35d•Remote

About The Position

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree. For additional information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com or follow us on social media. Overview We are seeking an experienced Applications Manager to lead and grow a technical service and business launch team within a focused market segment. This is a player‑coach role that blends hands‑on applications project leadership with people management and team development. The Applications Team Manager partners closely with Sales, Product Management, and cross‑functional teams to support customers, advance new technologies, and contribute to sustainable market and geographic growth. Primary Role The Applications Team Manager serves as a subject‑matter expert in applied product technology and market‑specific applications while also leading a team of applications engineers and project managers. This role balances strategic leadership with active project involvement, ensuring both strong technical execution and a supportive, development‑focused team environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering preferred, or equivalent relevant experience
15+ years of industry experience
Prior people leadership or project leadership experience preferred
Experience partnering with sales teams in a customer‑facing or value‑based selling environment
Experience supporting new product launches and applied technology growth
Influent water and wastewater treatment systems
Aerobic and anaerobic biological treatment processes
Polymer and coagulant chemistry, on‑site testing, and performance evaluation
Wastewater applications across industries including Paper, Refineries, Food & Beverage, Chemical Processing, Metals, Mining, and Municipal operations
Development of ROI and ROE analyses for implemented programs
Experience training sales teams and customers on chemical, biological, and process applications
Ability to lead, coach, and support a diverse technical team
Comfort working cross‑functionally with Sales, R&D, and Corporate Accounts
Clear and effective communication skills (written, verbal, and visual)
Thoughtful problem‑solving and experience navigating complex or ambiguous situations
Strong customer awareness and ability to engage stakeholders at different levels
Demonstrated commitment to safety and responsible operations
Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time, with flexibility based on business needs
Comfort working in industrial environments, both indoor and outdoor, and in variable conditions
Proximity to a major airport preferred

Responsibilities

Partner with Sales and Product Management to support new technology adoption and contribute to annual business development plans aligned with shared revenue objectives
Lead and allocate team resources across multiple application projects supporting new product launches, geographic expansion, and market growth initiatives
Collaborate with account managers and sales leaders to support existing customers while identifying opportunities for new solutions and applications
Identify emerging market opportunities, develop ROI/ROE models, support investment decision‑making, and lead validation efforts
Coach, mentor, and develop applications engineers and project managers, supporting skill growth and career progression
Facilitate knowledge sharing and technology transfer through customer presentations, sales training, and technical documentation
Support complex technical troubleshooting while promoting safe work practices, operational consistency, and process improvement
Provide application support across customer geographies, including new product validation, technical training, and field support