Application Scientist

-; Quebec; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in technology solutions seeks a candidate in Quebec to provide scientific and technical application support. The role requires a Master's or PhD in science, particularly chemistry or physics, and experience in spectroscopy. Strong communication skills in both French and English are mandatory. This position involves conducting tests, collaborating with sales teams, and engaging directly with customers. Join a company committed to inclusive employment practices and personal growth through meaningful work.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in science (chemistry, physics).
• Experience in spectroscopy is essential.
• Bilingual in French and English is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level scientific and technical application support.
• Conduct tests and feasibility studies for ABB's sales.
• Offer post-sale scientific and technical support.

Skills

Experience in spectroscopy

Excellent communication skills in French

Proficiency in statistical data and spectral analysis

Strong organizational skills

Ability to communicate and simplify scientific knowledge

Education

Master's or PhD in science (chemistry, physics)

Job description

Overview

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we'll give you what you need to make it happen. It won't always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you'll never run alone. Run what runs the world

This Position reports to: Engineering Manager

Your Role: Own the Challenge

• Provide ABB's sales network with high-level scientific and technical application support, market knowledge, and customer needs understanding to maximize ABB's sales.
• Offer scientific and technical support prior to system shipment, conduct tests and feasibility studies, develop initial calibrations, and support factory acceptance testing when applicable.
• Provide scientific and technical support after system shipment (after-sales), during installation, project kickoff meetings, calibration, validation, and on-site acceptance testing.
• Work closely with regional and industry development managers, the technical sales support team, technical support representatives, and the sales network to qualify sales opportunities and define system configurations for requested applications.
• Support sales and marketing activities when needed, such as participating in exhibitions and conferences, and training the sales force.
• Contribute to the development of marketing and communication materials (application notes, technical datasheets, brochures...).
• Address advanced R&D knowledge needs from an application perspective, particularly in the context of new product development.
• Participate in improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing analyzer performance and production cell productivity.
• Collaborate closely with production engineering teams to update testing procedures.
• Increase technology knowledge within technical teams by delivering training sessions.

What it takes to run what runs the world

• Master's or PhD in science (chemistry, physics).
• Experience in spectroscopy.
• Knowledge of chemometrics, FTIR, optics is an asset.
• Ability to communicate and simplify scientific knowledge.
• Excellent communication skills in French and English (spoken and written); French is required. English is also required to regularly communicate with clients outside Quebec.
• Interest and aptitude for direct customer interactions.
• Proficiency in statistical data and spectral analysis.
• Enjoys working in a team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrates strong leadership.
• Willingness to travel occasionally.

Why ABB?

We empower you to take initiative, challenge ideas, and lead with confidence. You'll grow through meaningful work, continuous learning, and support that's tailored to your goals. Every idea you share and every action you take contributes to something bigger.

Employment Equity

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we believe in an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to ensuring that our policies and practices align with the Employment Equity Program, aiming for a workforce that is truly representative of the four designated groups.

• Women
• Indigenous peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities and encourages candidates to self-identify during the application process.