Application Engineer Application Engineer

Lancesoft; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft in Bridgewater, NJ seeks an Application Engineer to support pilot coater/laminator operations, calibration and preventive maintenance, and laboratory testing. You will analyze results and prepare reports for internal and external customers, contributing to product technology capabilities and test procedures.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales and project teams, execution of standard lab methods, and safety practices.

Qualifications

• BS or equivalent experience in coating/adhesive tech.
• Hands-on lab testing and data interpretation needed.
• Familiarity with lab documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Run customer lab demonstrations using application equipment and pilot coater/laminators.
• Support on-site customer visits and ensure efficient setup and production of materials.
• Calibrate, safety-check, and maintain laboratory, pilot, and application equipment.
• Develop and standardise laboratory testing methods.
• Coordinate pilot equipment changeovers and minor maintenance activities.
• Complete Customer Lab Work Requests and technical reports.
• Support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions for product complaints.
• Prepare internal reports and presentations.
• Participate in customer report-outs and training activities.
• Communicate with Sales, Key Account Managers, Application Engineers, project teams, and customers.
• Lead laboratory test method harmonization and administration.
• Promote Safety and 5S practices.
• Move materials as required during job duties.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Troubleshooting

Project management

Communication skills

Safety practices

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or equivalent hands-on coating/adhesive experience

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Pilot coater/laminator equipment

Job description

Role Application Engineer Location Bridgewater, NJ Pay Range $35.00/hr W2 Duration 9 Months (Contract to hire)

The Application Engineer will assist in the operation and demonstration of pilot coater/laminator machines, support calibration and preventive maintenance of equipment, perform laboratory testing, analyze results, and issue reports for internal and external customers. The role includes supporting product technology capabilities, developing test procedures, optimizing product selection, and identifying opportunities to improve product quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Run customer lab demonstrations using application equipment and pilot coater/laminators.
• Support on-site customer visits and ensure efficient setup and production of materials.
• Calibrate, safety-check, and maintain laboratory, pilot, and application equipment.
• Develop and standardise laboratory testing methods.
• Coordinate pilot equipment changeovers and minor maintenance activities.
• Complete Customer Lab Work Requests and technical reports.
• Support Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Actions for product complaints.
• Prepare internal reports and presentations.
• Participate in customer report-outs and training activities.
• Communicate with Sales, Key Account Managers, Application Engineers, project teams, and customers.
• Lead laboratory test method harmonization and administration.
• Promote Safety and 5S practices.
• Move materials as required during job duties.

Required Qualifications

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Material Science, Chemistry, or equivalent hands-on coating/adhesive technology experience.
• Mechanical/application equipment aptitude.
• Experience with web handling, coat weight variables, tension control, coating methods, and web drying preferred.
• 1-3 years of laboratory experience.
• Packaging industry experience preferred.
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.