Strategic Applications Engineer for Growth & Innovation

Henkel

Irvine (CA)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 130,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance
401k matching
Paid time off
Hybrid work policies
Bonuses & scholarships

Job summary

Henkel in the Adhesive Technologies unit seeks a senior technical leader to drive market initiatives, lead cross‑functional teams, and manage new applications development for key portfolios in North America. You will oversee PD projects, set technical standards, and coordinate with global teams for regional launches and production planning.

The role requires advanced engineering degrees, up to 50% travel, and strong aptitude across electronics, mechanics, and coatings.

Qualifications

  • Technical Masters degree in electrical, electronics, chemical, or mechanical engineering.
  • High technical, electronic, mechanical and chemical aptitude.
  • Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically (US/Canada).

Responsibilities

  • Significant technical contributor to market and application initiatives.
  • Direct and deploy cross functional team to execute technical strategy at customer.
  • Lead technically driven PD and innovation projects for key portfolio gaps.
  • Own North American sourced projects and coordinate with global teams.
  • Manage laboratory equipment and ensure onsite safety protocols.
  • Provide direct Application Engineering support to drive growth.

Skills

Electrical engineering
Electronics
Mechanical engineering
Aerospace defense experience

Education

Technical Masters degree

Job description

Henkel in the Adhesive Technologies unit seeks a senior technical leader to drive market initiatives, lead cross‑functional teams, and manage new applications development for key portfolios in North America. You will oversee PD projects, set technical standards, and coordinate with global teams for regional launches and production planning.

The role requires advanced engineering degrees, up to 50% travel, and strong aptitude across electronics, mechanics, and coatings.

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