Field Applications Engineer – Metal Packaging

Henkel; Portugal; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours & hybrid

Global growth opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Parental leave

Employee share plan

Job summary

Henkel ibérica portugal, unipessoal, lda is seeking a Field Application Engineering Technician to provide technical support and develop product applications for customers in the Metal Packaging industry, focusing on Two-Piece Aluminum Cans. You will interact with customers, demonstrate products, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and drive innovation.

The role requires a chemistry/engineering background, experience in metal packaging, and strong problem-solving and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in Metal Packaging, particularly Two-Piece Aluminum Cans.
• Knowledge of laboratory testing, product applications, and customer technical support.
• Analyze technical data, troubleshoot issues, and develop practical solutions.
• English and Spanish languages are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Recommend products and develop customized applications based on customer needs.
• Conduct technical visits, product demonstrations, audits, and troubleshooting at customer sites.
• Support laboratory testing, product qualification, and technical analysis.
• Provide technical training to customers and field sales teams.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and Innovation teams.
• Share technical knowledge and best practices across business units.

Skills

Technical problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer engagement

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Henkel ibérica portugal, unipessoal, lda is seeking a Field Application Engineering Technician to provide technical support and develop product applications for customers in the Metal Packaging industry, focusing on Two-Piece Aluminum Cans. You will interact with customers, demonstrate products, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve processes and drive innovation.

The role requires a chemistry/engineering background, experience in metal packaging, and strong problem-solving and