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Principal Application Engineer (Thermal Management)

Employer
Henkel
Location
Chanhassen, MN, United States
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Aug 31, 2023

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Discipline
Physical Sciences, Engineering
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Other
Organization Type
Other Corporate

Job Details

The future of automotive mobility is upon us and true to history, Henkel is pioneering products in all areas in support of this transformation in the industry.

Henkel's best-in-class thermal management materials can support vehicle manufacturers and Tier 1 suppliers in addressing their thermal management concerns around innovation, manufacturing, and cost savings. Are you looking to be a part of our team? Our Applications Engineering team is expanding and are looking for colleagues who have the drive, passion, and excitement for what we are doing. At our core of each and every team we act on our core values:

We put our customers and consumers at the center of what we do.
We value, challenge and reward our people.
We drive excellent sustainable financial performance.
We are committed to leadership in sustainability.
We shape our future with a strong entrepre­neurial spirit based on our family business tradition.

At Henkel, you can craft your career through our unique opportunities for growth and furthering your chemical industry understanding. As you learn and grow with your position, you will be the outward face of the company within your division. We offer an accelerated learning program to get those who lack the industry-specific knowledge within the business unit to get up to speed so they can work independently as soon as they are able. Throughout these challenging times, we have also realized the necessity for flexible working schedules, and we will be amenable and flexible in scheduling your time with customers as well as your time within the office. We are on the forefront with the digital evolution and wish for those with an entrepreneurial mindset to take a chance to bring about the next step in Henkel evolution with us.

YOUR ROLE
  • The Principal Application Engineer is responsible for supporting Henkel's Electronics customers who are using our Thermal Interface Materials in their products/applications.
  • Provide application engineering support for key customers accounts, and collaborate with internal Henkel teams (sales, PD, operations, etc) on product development projects, and manufacturing initiatives to support global thermal management platform.
  • Design, plan, and execute laboratory testing to generate technical data reports with resulting communication to key stakeholders both internal and external.
  • Leads/supports ongoing harmonization and administration of laboratory test methods for global thermal materials platform.
  • Provide product training for sales, marketing, and technical functions for both internal and external audiences.
  • Organize and perform customer lab demonstrations using thermal product application equipment (internal and external).

YOUR SKILLS
  • Bachelors degree in material science, chemical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field is required. Masters degree is desired.
  • Minimum 5+ years of experience in thermal management, adhesives, chemicals (polymer science, or chemical engineering) or a related industry is required.
  • Ability to travel up to 25% with some of that travel being international.
  • Experience with business strategy, marketing, and account management.
  • Strong customer facing experience with ability to work with and present to cross functional teams.
The salary for this role is $120,000.00 - $150,000.00. This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.
Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, and other legally protected characteristics.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. At Henkel's request only, preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with Henkel must be in place and current.

All employees applying for an internal position must have a discussion with his/her manager about their interest in a job posting opportunity. The discussion will not preclude the employee from interviewing if their skills meet the job requirements.

Company

WE ARE PIONEERS AT HEART FOR THE GOOD OF GENERATIONS

Our purpose "Pioneers at heart for the good of generations" unites what we stand for, how we work, and forms the basis for our strategy.

The pioneering spirit of our company founder, Fritz Henkel, is what continues to differentiate us and unites Henkel employees worldwide. The ambition and motivation to work together on the solutions of tomorrow. Today. Every day. We do this not only for ourselves, but also for future generations, because we share a common responsibility.

Building on a strong legacy of more than 145 years, we are leading the way to reimagine and improve life every day. Today and for generations to come. Through our innovative and sustainable brands and technologies, across our teams around the world. Henkel holds leading positions in both industrial and consumer businesses: Our portfolio includes well-known hair care products, laundry detergents, fabric softeners as well as adhesives, sealants, and functional coatings. 

Worldwide locations and an international culture shape our global footprint.

Henkel products and technologies are available worldwide. With employees from 124 nations and locations around the world, we achieve a strong presence both in mature and emerging markets. 

 

 

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