APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER JOB DESCRIPTION

Customer problems with new specialty materials do not wait for lab schedules. The Application Development Engineer translates unmet needs from OEM customers, commercial roofing specifiers, and electronics manufacturers into testable solutions, then builds the technical data that gets those solutions onto approved product lists. Voice-of-customer work, designed experimentation, and new product concept development form the core of this function. The role reports into a business-aligned technical or R&D organization, not a pure research group.

As the Application Development Engineer, you convert field-level customer signals into structured development programs that advance the commercial pipeline for specialty materials across polymers, coatings, or industrial chemical platforms. You work in close partnership with R&D, product management, and sales colleagues, typically covering a defined geography or market segment within a global business unit.

Career Impact: Deep exposure to voice-of-customer methods and designed experimentation builds a technical profile that is valued across specialty chemicals, advanced polymers, and performance coatings markets.

Business Impact: The formulation recommendations and application data you develop directly determine whether a new material achieves spec-in at key accounts in the OEM or Tier I supplier pipeline.

Growth Opportunity: Consistent delivery of new product concept validation opens a path toward senior application engineering, global segment ownership, or technical marketing leadership within a specialty chemicals platform.

• Develop application-specific testing programs to characterize material performance against customer requirements and competitive benchmarks.
• Translate customer and market requirements into structured new product concepts with clear technical targets and validation plans.
• Collaborate with R&D and product management on new product introduction initiatives, including formulation trials, prototype preparation, and technical literature development.
• Deliver technical presentations and product demonstrations to customers, distributors, and specifiers to support commercial adoption.
• Investigate customer complaints and field application failures, communicating findings and corrective recommendations to internal stakeholders on time.
• Monitor competitive product landscape and emerging market trends within the assigned segment, feeding insights into the new product pipeline.
• Maintain laboratory safety standards and document all experimental findings, test results, and application conclusions in transferable formats.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Polymer Science, or equivalent work experience.
• 3 or more years of application development or technical service experience, with direct customer-facing responsibility in a specialty materials or performance chemicals environment.
• Demonstrated ability to design and execute structured experiments, interpret results, and draw defensible conclusions for review with scientists and commercial teams.
• Experience developing or evaluating formulations, coatings, polymers, or related materials-based products in an industrial or commercial application context.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present technical findings clearly to both engineering and non-technical business audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent customer projects with competing timelines while maintaining documentation standards.

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Familiarity with voice-of-customer methodologies and structured new product development processes such as stage-gate or design-of-experiments frameworks.
• Experience working in a multinational or globally matrixed organization, including cross-regional collaboration with R&D or commercial teams.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards bodies or certification requirements applicable to the target application segment (such as ASTM or roofing industry qualification schemes).

• Number of new product concepts advanced from customer input to internal development approval per year.
• Customer spec-in rate, measuring what share of targeted accounts formally approve the material for use.
• Time from customer complaint submission to documented root-cause response, in days.
• Volume of designed experiments executed and documented per quarter, tracing directly to active customer development programs.
• Percentage of new product introduction milestones delivered on schedule within the managed portfolio.
• Typical tools: process simulation and data analysis platforms (commonly statistical software, JMP, or equivalent); productivity suite (commonly Microsoft Office 365).

• Base Salary Range: $80,000 to $115,000 annually, depending on seniority and segment
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus, typically 8 to 15% of base salary
• Equity: Uncommon at individual contributor level; RSUs occasionally offered at senior grades
• Health Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage; employer contribution standard
• PTO: 15 to 20 days annually, plus company holidays
• Common Perks: Travel expense reimbursement, professional development budget, lab safety training

Figures are estimates based on general US market benchmarks and may be outdated. Adjust based on location, company size, and seniority level.

Work authorization in the United States is required for this position, and employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process are encouraged to make that request known at any point during consideration.

The Application Development Engineer delivers electrical insulation solutions for HEV/EV motors by supporting EMEA customer projects with DuPont products and technology, designing testing programs, and translating customer needs for the global new product development team. Working closely with lab colleagues, cross-functional teams, and EMEA customers, this role builds a regional network that enables DuPont to advance its XEV motor insulation business across the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical insulation solutions for HEV/EV motors with DuPont products and technology via supporting EMEA customer projects.
• Develop new electrical insulation systems in HEV/EV motors via creative approaches based on customer needs.
• Understand customer needs and define/translate them for the global team focused on new product development, and collect feedback/unmet needs from customers in new product trials.
• Design testing programs for HEV/EV motor applications, work with lab colleagues to analyze testing results and prepare data for customer and internal communications.
• Provide timely technical support to EMEA customers based on business needs.
• Participate in national/global standard activities related to DuPont XEV motor business.
• Develop local network in EMEA for electrical insulation system development in HEV/EV motors.

Required Qualifications

• BS or above in Electrical Engineering, Insulation Materials, or relevant majors.
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience in motor design, manufacturing, insulation system testing, and motor parts fabrication.
• Exposure to high-voltage systems is a plus.
• Experience with designed experimentation and statistics, such as Six Sigma methodologies.
• Exposure to project management tools is a plus.
• Knowledge of motor electrical insulation materials and systems development; experience in global motor standards development is a plus.
• Demonstrated strong technical capability, particularly in problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Demonstrated capability of working with cross-functional teams for developing and commercializing new products and applications.
• Ability to take initiative, identify problems, suggest solutions, and proactively think with the team on product development and customer issues.
• Good learning agility and self-driven work style.
• Proficient in English for verbal and written communication.
• Basic Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint) skills required.

Embedded within the business systems team, the Application Development Engineer builds applications and tools that enable business teams to onboard to existing or new platforms through code configurations, Python and Java development, and AWS technologies. Working closely with operations, product owners, and support stakeholders, this role advances system reliability and onboarding efficiency across multiple products and services.

Core Functions

• Build applications and tools for business teams to onboard to existing or new systems by updating code configurations for new project launches and marketplace expansions.
• Work on onboarding, operations, and maintenance coding projects, primarily in Python, Java, and AWS technologies.
• Develop tools and features to aid operations, maintenance, and testing.
• Provide support for incoming tickets, including extensive troubleshooting tasks covering multiple products, features, and services.
• Report on system and support status.
• Take ownership of one or more digital products or components.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent combination of technical education and work experience; Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related discipline is a plus.
• 1 to 5 years of development experience, including experience in the accounting domain and deep hands-on technical expertise.
• Experience designing highly interactive, scalable, and secure web applications with performance, accessibility, and usability in mind.
• Experience developing web applications using Java, JavaScript, jQuery, Struts, and general Web 2.0 techniques.
• Strong object-oriented design and coding skills in C/C++ and/or Java, preferably on a UNIX or Linux platform.
• Solid knowledge of design patterns, data structures, and test-driven development.
• Experience with distributed multi-tiered systems, algorithms, relational databases, and building highly scalable applications, and knowledge of Perl or other scripting languages is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Reporting to the research and development leadership, the Staff Application Development Engineer shapes characterization and fabrication methods for novel advanced materials by planning designed experiments internally and with external development partners. Partnering with suppliers, internal stakeholders, and customers, this role enables the organization to validate new materials-based products and communicate findings across a broad technical audience.

Primary Duties

• Develop characterization and test methods to address needs for both scientific understanding and benchmarking of commercial products.
• Develop novel fabrication methods to efficiently prototype new materials-based products.
• Plan and execute designed experiments both internally and with external development partners to elucidate structure/process/property/function relationships in novel, advanced materials.
• Document and communicate findings for a broad set of partners.
• Identify safety hazards and work cooperatively to implement improvements.

Skills & Qualifications

• PhD in engineering or physical sciences with 2+ years of industry experience, or equivalent.
• Track record of independent, advanced materials research with demonstrated success collaborating in a highly technical interdisciplinary setting with internal stakeholders, suppliers, external partners, and customers.
• Experience developing new sample fabrication methods to demonstrate proof of concept for new materials-based products.
• Experience defining industrially relevant test programs, establishing and validating new test methods, and benchmarking against reference samples to demonstrate value propositions.
• Experience with advanced data analysis tools such as Python, database mining, and JMP.
• Professional experience with materials-based new product development is a plus.
• Experience with battery materials and/or electrochemical testing techniques is a plus.
• Ability to clearly communicate technical findings to a diverse audience through verbal, written, and presentation formats.

Sitting at the intersection of automotive engineering and business development, the Application Development Engineer leads prototype development and product engineering at the Vancouver facility while serving as a technical liaison between global Automotive OEMs, Eastman's marketing and business development teams, and internal technical staff. Operating across customer proposal presentations, engineering specification drafting, and hands-on prototype work, this role enables Eastman to strengthen OEM relationships and commercialize automotive solutions.

Duties

• Responsible for technical support and serve as a technical liaison between global Automotive OEMs, Eastman's marketing/business development team, and the technical team.
• Demonstrate the ability to understand customer requirements and communicate them effectively to the team.
• Provide product technical engineering information by creating and delivering presentations on customer proposals.
• Work with global OEMs, Eastman Business Development, and technical teams to assist in drafting engineering specifications.
• Be directly and hands-on involved in prototype development and product engineering in the Vancouver facility and, from time to time, at other Eastman sites globally.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience preferred, including background in business development, engineering support, and experience in the automotive industry.
• Proficient with CAD software such as CATIA V5 R2016 and SolidWorks 2015 or later.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to organize and manage multiple products and work with vendors, customers, and employees.
• Broad interests and willingness to take on undefined challenges.

Sustained growth in Borealis's automotive polymer business depends on the Application Development Engineer, who develops and executes key developmental programs at OEM and Tier I and II accounts while providing hands-on technical support for injection molding tooling and processing issues. Based within the polymers business and interfacing regularly with account managers, product development teams, and OEM customers, this role shapes the adoption of new polymer products and positions Borealis materials as the solution of choice across the automotive supply chain.

Accountabilities

• Develop and execute key developmental programs consistent with the One PO Business strategy at selected key OEM and Tier I and II accounts.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise for injection molding tooling and processing issues at Tier I and II customers for both new project launches and current production programs.
• Develop and manage key customer relationships while broadening the number of key customers and developing new business opportunities for new polymer products consistent with the business plan.
• Solve customer problems related to Borealis materials, respond quickly to resolve production problems, and offer Borealis solutions to problems with competitive products.
• Understand and communicate customer needs and market/industry trends to the Account Manager and the Polymers Business.
• Manage complex business strategies, new product offerings, and coordinate engineering activities with select customers; interface new product developments with customers and position Borealis materials as the products of choice.
• Conduct customer product evaluations, monitor and understand the competitive situation at key customers, and coordinate countermeasures with Account Manager and Product Development.
• Obtain material approval to automotive specifications, meet or exceed project targets and individual performance goals.
• Promote Borealis at the OEM level; develop a network of connections across the OEM business stream and understand unmet needs and their value through frequent interactions.

Technical Qualifications

• BS/BA in Chemical, Plastics, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years of direct industry experience in TPO injection molding, tooling, and finishing technical engineering support.
• Knowledge of the automotive and plastics industry, including polypropylene, TPO, and competitive plastics.
• Solid knowledge of injection molding and other plastic processes, tool design, moldflow, and CAD technology.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in key program management with a proven history of project delivery, a solid network of industry contacts, and experience in part design and material recommendations.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent planning, organizational, and communication skills.
• Must be a self-starter, technically competent to provide engineering support, and recognized for being communicative and engaging with relevant partners.
• Excellent internal and external networking skills.

As the Application Development Engineer, this role owns customer support activities spanning product value demonstrations, beta testing, characterization of tool and algorithm performance, and training for semiconductor inspection solutions. The BBP engineering team relies on this work to drive product penetration at worldwide customers, generate actionable feedback for product improvement, and transfer knowledge to Field Applications teams globally.

Activities

• Provide customer support, including product value demonstration during beta testing, Head-to-Heads, and tools in the ramp phase to enable product penetration/adoption at worldwide customers.
• Investigate semiconductor manufacturing yield issues and provide inspection solutions, create and share product value statements, and use cases with engineering, marketing, and sales groups.
• Train customers and other applications engineers on product features and usage.
• Provide specific product demonstrations on all aspects of highly complex products and assess potential applications to meet customer needs.
• Work on test plan development and execute detailed characterization of tool/algorithm performance, providing clear feedback to engineering teams for product improvement, especially during Alpha/Beta tests.
• Respond to customer requests and perform routine to moderately complex problem diagnosis and resolution.
• Interact with customers to educate, coordinate activities, understand customer use cases, and improve customer relations.
• Document all test results and lessons learned in BKMs, training documents, demo reports, and Alpha/Beta test reports, and transfer product knowledge to Field Applications teams.

Position Requirements

• Master's degree preferred, Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Material Science, or related fields required.
• 0 to 1 year of experience, depending on degree level.
• Excellent oral and written communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player and self-driven, high-energy, motivated individual comfortable working.
• High levels of autonomy and accountability in a fast-paced, high-stress semiconductor environment.
• Travel requirement exceeds 50%.

Application Development Engineer leads high-quality SEM and FIB product demonstrations and develops new microscopy techniques and applications to support Thermo Fisher's North American sales at semiconductor customer sites. The work directly supports the advancement of FEI tool adoption by providing continuous technical feedback to product and development groups and guiding customers through production recipe writing and qualification experiments.

Operational Focus

• Perform high-quality SEM and FIB product demonstrations, including development of new techniques and applications for Thermo Fisher partners and customers in the Semiconductor marketplace.
• Conduct customer training and translate customer needs into workable solutions.
• Provide technical product expertise support across all phases of tool evaluation.
• Provide continuous feedback to product groups on system performance, features, and potential problems while collaborating with marketing and development groups on future product developments.
• Guide customers in writing production recipes and qualification experiments to drive the production use of FEI's tools.
• Act as a primary communication conduit to the factory by reporting engineering and production issues from the customer to FEI.
• Recommend directions for potential applications consistent with customer requirements and technical feasibility.
• Provide technical support to R&D, SSD, Manufacturing, Customer Service, and other departments as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, or Chemistry required, advanced degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in a relevant commercial, research, or production environment.
• Recent experience applying microscopy technology in sample characterization.
• Hands-on knowledge and experience with FIB/SEM/TEM is required.
• Knowledge of sophisticated technology diagnostics, fault-finding techniques, and operational optimization.
• Experience with analytical equipment, specifically electron/ion microscopes.
• Understanding of semiconductor metrology and inspection applications.

The Application Development Engineer produces responsive on-site technical support and training programs for the Sealants Business Unit's Roof Coating segment, working primarily within NAM and collaborating with Marketing, Product Management, and R&D on new product introductions and customer trials. Reporting to Momentive Performance Materials leadership and interfacing with architects, contractors, and distributors, this role enables the GE Enduris elastomeric coating platform to gain certifications, grow sales, and maintain a strong competitive position across commercial roofing markets.

Key Deliverables

• Provide responsive on-site project and technical support for both pre-construction and active construction project needs primarily within NAM, with some limited activity in Mexico or Caribbean islands.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product Management, and R&D to support technical needs, including literature review, New Product Introduction initiatives, customer trials and tests, and additional ad hoc activities.
• Collaborate with Marketing and R&D on the development of New Product Concepts based on market analysis, customer input, and competitive product review.
• Gather market competitive intelligence, including new technologies, market trends, customer needs, and IP opportunities, and champion efforts to capitalize on them by communicating and collaborating with Momentive associates.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations to architects, consultants, SCIPs, and property owners/managers; write technical content for promotional materials and customer training programs.
• Interface with functional teams and outside agencies to optimize product testing and achieve industry certifications and performance test requirements.
• Create and execute internal and external customer training programs, including application procedure development, applicator training, and technical literature.
• Investigate customer complaints and issue timely information to internal colleagues for evaluation of the proper course; identify and create procedures, tools, and literature to support sales growth.
• Actively participate in assigned trade organizations, symposia, and conferences such as ASTM and RCMA to develop and execute strategies that represent and promote MPM interests.

Professional Experience

• BS in Building Sciences, Material Science, Architectural or relevant Engineering, or Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with 3 to 5 years of experience in commercial building construction, or 10+ years of experience in the commercial roofing industry without a degree.
• Roof coating expertise with familiarity with common construction equipment, such as spray and dispensing equipment, and pumps.
• Knowledge of the competitive landscape in NAM sealants market and the range of protective and elastomeric coatings for buildings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and web-based and mobile applications.
• Experience and comfort level with construction job site work, including roof-level activities, and able to climb ladders and/or ride in a man-lift to access a roof.
• Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously in a global, cross-functional team environment with a strong customer focus.
• Self-motivated individual with high creativity, technical interest, and strong interpersonal and communication skills in English.
• Ability to travel 40 to 45% of the time, including overnight travel.

Reporting to engineering leadership, the Application Development Engineer refines materials and applications technical programs for the automotive and adjacent market segments by scoping, managing, and executing development and testing programs for polymeric materials and additive manufacturing applications. Partnering with customer-facing colleagues, internal technical teams, and tier one automotive suppliers, this role enables Adaptive3D to identify new application opportunities, qualify materials, and grow its business in target markets.

Role Responsibilities

• Serve as the Adaptive3D internal technical expert and focal point for materials and applications technical requirements within the automotive and other market segments.
• Work with customer-facing colleagues to develop strategies for growing business in market segments and to identify and prioritize new applications for current and future Adaptive3D materials.
• Understand, document, and communicate customer needs for specific projects, including product and materials requirements.
• Define materials requirements for target consumer market segments and specific applications.
• Scope, define, manage, and help execute technical programs, including development and testing programs covering coupon, subscale, and part testing and validation.
• Produce project planning documentation, including project requirements, test plans, schedules, and technical roadmaps, as well as technical reports and documentation.
• Work with internal colleagues on technical development projects.
• Support business case analyses with technical and process information, as well as cost analyses.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Aeronautical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related field required, advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering positions involving materials and process engineering and/or design engineering of applications using polymeric materials in the automotive market.
• Experience at automobile manufacturers or tier one suppliers.
• Experience in selecting materials and processes, qualifying polymer parts and/or materials, and designing, testing, validating, and commercializing parts comprised of polymeric materials for automotive and other applications.
• Experience with polymers, elastomers, foams, and additive manufacturing, specifically additive manufacturing of polymeric materials.
• Knowledge of material and testing standards, fundamental polymer chemistry, polymer processing, and mechanical and thermal properties of polymers.
• CAD modelling capability with programs such as SolidWorks, CATIA, Pro-E/Creo, NTopology, or Rhino.
• familiarity with cost modelling and business case analysis.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively at all levels and work effectively in teams while maintaining a positive, professional working culture.

Sitting at the intersection of process engineering and technology risk management, the Application Development Engineer oversees the development of new membrane cycle designs using Aspen for process gas, biogas, nitrogen generation, and dehydration applications while leading technology risk assessments across Air Products' membrane portfolio. Operating across Technology, Product Line, and cross-functional engineering organizations, this role strengthens the safety, competitiveness, and reliability of membrane separators and ensures consistent, successful implementation of membrane systems globally.

Job Functions

• Develop new membrane cycle designs using Aspen for a variety of emerging applications.
• Interface with Air Products Technology and Product Line organizations to ensure these groups can efficiently develop competitive designs incorporating membrane systems.
• Develop and support Process Design Methods for Membrane Technology, including written documents and tools to ensure safe and successful designs meeting the evolving needs of membrane applications.
• Lead technology risk assessments within Membrane Solutions' product and applications development, and participate in technology risk assessments for broader membrane activities across Air Products.
• Collect feedback on the performance of membrane technology and incorporate this information into the Process Design Methods, and understand the competitive landscape in Membrane Technology.
• Improve the safety, competitiveness, and reliability of membrane separators and systems.
• Support P&ID development, Operability Reviews, and Hazard Reviews for process gas membrane systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or equivalent required.
• 13+ years of experience in membrane applications, including hydrocarbon processes; MS/PhD preferred.
• Significant experience with process simulation tools such as Aspen, including membrane and heat exchanger design, project development, and P&ID development.
• Experience evaluating safety and technical risk in membrane or process gas designs.
• Experience in intellectual property analysis and patent filings preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work with and positively influence people from all cultures and at all organizational levels, inside and outside of Air Products.
• Good commercial and fiscal awareness with the ability to actively seek the lowest-cost alternatives.
• Ability to thrive in an environment of change.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.

A key member of the Electronics business development team, the Application Development Engineer advances technical solutions for Korean and global customers by providing product portfolio recommendations, application formula design, and process optimization for Momentive's electronic chemical materials portfolio. Collaborating across global ADE teams, commercial colleagues, and equipment partners, this role drives product spec-in, new application development, and mass production solutions that grow Momentive's presence in the electronics market.

What You'll Do

• Provide technical solutions, including product portfolio recommendations, application formula design, and process window recommendations/optimization to new customers.
• Prepare lab samples and customer samples according to customer requests.
• Support the commercial team to drive product spec-in from a technical perspective.
• Collaborate closely with global ADE teams to define customer needs and provide effective technical solutions; collaborate with equipment partners to drive process optimization, yield improvement, and mass production solutions.
• Develop new applications, demonstrate the benefits of existing or new products in target applications, and develop compelling data to support external product promotion.
• Provide professional customer support, including complaint handling and troubleshooting.
• Identify market opportunities and new product pipeline ideas to feed new commercialization projects; conduct all laboratory work in a safe manner and maintain a safe work environment.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or above in polymer science, chemistry, chemical engineering, material science, or related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of prior experience in technical-related functions.
• Experience in electronic chemical materials.
• Experience in thermal, optical, semiconductor, or silicone materials is a plus; MNC experience is preferred.
• Proven skills in interacting with customers.
• Demonstrated project management capability.
• Open-minded, self-motivated, strong initiative, and result-oriented work style.
• Fluent in English in both verbal and written communication to collaborate seamlessly with the global team.

Embedded within the global Polymer and Electronics Additives business segment, the Application Development Engineer develops innovative product solutions and fosters customer relationships across the Americas by providing technical input into new product concepts, supporting formulation development, and collaborating with sales, technology, and product management colleagues. Working closely with distributors, R&D teams, and marketing stakeholders, this role advances organic growth and advances the product portfolio by translating market and customer needs into differentiated offerings.

Areas of Ownership

• Provide technical input into the design of new product concepts to create differentiated value for the customer/market, with clear technical targets, strong value propositions, and validation plans.
• Support new product introductions, including formulation development, new applications, and development of technical literature.
• Provide customer support related to the use of new and existing products, follow up on market/customer projects, and proactively communicate internally with key stakeholders.
• Develop and foster relationships with customers and distributors to drive organic growth and become the key point of contact for technical issues in the polymer and electronics additive market.
• Work closely with marketing, sales, technology, and supporting functions on new business opportunities, and leverage market knowledge to help shape the product portfolio.
• Assist in creating promotional content, flyers, presentations, and videos to support distribution teams, coordinate and lead seminars and webinars in the region or globally as needed.
• Assist in developing prototype formulations addressing market/customer needs and drive new product launches showcasing the performance of new solutions.
• Support customer request projects, quality complaints, assessment of competitive materials, and organization of marketing events and customer sample preparations.
• Maintain and promote a safe laboratory environment in accordance with applicable quality standards, and provide guidance in developing and executing the digital marketing communications plan.

Background & Experience

• B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Material Science, or Engineering required, Ph.D. preferred.
• 0 to 3 years of experience in product development and/or technical service role.
• Understanding of current market trends with the ability to extract customer needs, translate them into New Product Concepts, and conduct voice of customer activities.
• Familiarity with competitive technologies and common raw materials in the polymers/plastics industry.
• Ability to independently perform or coordinate required analytical testing, interpret results, and conclude review with scientists and engineers.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Able to communicate results clearly, document conclusions and recommendations effectively, and actively participate in exhibitions, seminars, and webinars.
• Self-motivated individual with high creativity, technical curiosity, strong team spirit, and cross-cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a global, cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to travel regionally and internationally to customers, distributors, and events as needed.

A key member of the interconnect product development team, the Application Development Engineer/Cable Development Engineer owns full technical responsibility for planning, organizing, and conducting projects covering the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of electrical connectors and cable systems. Collaborating across cross-functional, multi-site engineering, sales, product management, and manufacturing teams, this role ensures that custom connector and cable solutions meet customer requirements, cost targets, and program schedule goals.

Functions

• Take full technical responsibility for planning, organizing, and conducting technical projects within the design, fabrication, modification, and evaluation of electrical connectors and cable systems.
• Work closely with key customers and management to develop custom products and ensure products and services satisfy customer requirements.
• Translate customer and market requirements into product concepts by generating and illustrating ideas using brainstorm sessions, existing APH products, competition analysis, and patents in cooperation with multi-site teams.
• Ensure best product design for cost and manufacturing processes without affecting product functionality and performance, and confirm connectors chosen for a customer application meet all functional requirements.
• Conceive and plan projects involving the definition and selection of new concepts for connector, cable, and cable system design and development, including managing fabrication of components and prototype assembly.
• Create documents required to define and build products, including drawings, material specifications, bills of materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Work with cross-functional, multi-site teams to develop solutions meeting customer requirements, cost targets, and program schedule requirements, drawing on global engineering capabilities for collaborative interconnect product development.
• Provide product cost data and cost calculations on various product concepts to support Product Management and Manufacturing; provide technical support to Sales and marketing personnel, including training, presentations, and customer visits.
• Provide regular project status updates internally through project meetings, action trackers, management reviews, and email, and externally to customers through the same channels.
• Coordinate, analyze, and assess testing and qualifications to ensure product conformity with specifications; complete design verifications, including calculations, simulations, FEA, prototyping, and testing.
• Conduct competitive analysis with engineers and marketing to maximize competitiveness in cost, performance, and manufacturability; maintain and manage product engineering of new and existing components throughout the product lifecycle.
• Provide support to manufacturing facilities on cost reduction, quality, and customer issues, apply for patents when applicable, and stay current on technological developments in the connector and interconnection industries.

Experience & Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in product development/design.
• Experience in designing and developing high-speed connectors, cable assemblies, and cable assembly systems.
• Good communication, interpersonal, and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to understand opposing viewpoints and negotiate and integrate different perspectives.
• Physical requirements include frequent use of hands, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, talking, hearing, and lifting to 20 pounds, with specific vision abilities including close, peripheral, and depth perception.
• Some travel is expected, approximately two to three weeks per quarter.