Chemcials - Applications Engineering Manager - Litchfield, CT
Michael Page Litchfield
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturer within the specialty materials and industrial technology sector. Known for innovation, customer partnership, and technical expertise, the organization develops advanced solutions that help customers improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product performance across a variety of industries.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Lead Application Engineering and Technical Service teams, ensuring consistent delivery of customer-focused technical solutions.
- Direct structured root cause investigations and laboratory testing activities to provide defensible technical recommendations.
- Recruit, mentor, develop, and performance manage engineers while promoting rigorous scientific methods and laboratory best practices.
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Quality, Product Management, and R&D to communicate findings and solution recommendations.
- Support business development efforts through customer engagement, application design assistance, product evaluations, and validation testing.
- Develop and deliver technical training programs for internal stakeholders, channel partners, and customers.
- Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, competitive offerings, and market developments to strengthen technical solution strategies.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, legal, and quality requirements while fostering a culture of technical excellence and customer service.
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing technical teams in laboratory, applications engineering, technical service, or related environments.
- Experience with adhesives, coatings, specialty chemicals, or advanced material technologies strongly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of laboratory processes, troubleshooting methodologies, testing protocols, and equipment operation.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and communicate complex technical information to diverse audiences.
- Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications; JD Edwards experience is a plus.
- Strong analytical, coaching, and leadership skills with a hands-on approach to problem solving and team development.
What's on Offer
What's To Offer:
- Competitive compensation package.
- Career growth and leadership development opportunities.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
- Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive and collaborative team environment focused on innovation and customer success.
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