Automotive Application Engineer, Structural Adhesives

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Maplewood, MNLivonia, MI
Salary: $145,676–$178,049 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $166k

This role $162k

$121k most similar roles pay here $202k

This role pays more than 51% of similar roles. Most pay $137,500–$193,937 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $162k versus about $166k for comparable roles.

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About 3M

3M is a diversified technology and manufacturing conglomerate producing thousands of products across healthcare, safety, electronics, transportation, and consumer goods. Industry: Diversified Manufacturing

3M currently has 45 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Automotive Application Engineer, Structural Adhesives

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As an Automotive Application Engineer Structural Adhesives at 3M, you will lead application development for the next generation of structural adhesives in the automotive industry. This role involves ideation, feasibility analysis, and validation while collaborating closely with product development teams to design innovative solutions. You will guide multiple internal and external teams, including marketing and customers, ensuring successful implementation through field trials and internal testing. Key responsibilities include providing technical support, training customers via in-person visits and e-media, and staying ahead of industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate has a Master’s degree in Engineering or Chemistry, five years of experience in technical sales or application engineering, and expertise in adhesive joining techniques for battery pack and BIW assembly, along with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills

adhesive joining techniques battery pack assembly BIW assembly adhesive dispensing technologies validation testing Python PostgreSQL Terraform AWS Kubernetes Docker CI/CD Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

Lead application development for structural adhesives in the automotive industry.
Design next-generation structural adhesives by collaborating with product developers.
Ensure successful implementation of applications through guidance and coordination.
Provide technical support and training to customers, including field visits.
Conduct field trials and internal testing to assess application effectiveness.
Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

What we're looking for

At least five years of technical support experience in sales or application engineering roles.
Master's degree in Engineering or Chemistry from an accredited institution.
Strong collaboration and cross-functional team working skills.
Experience with adhesive joining techniques for battery pack and BIW assembly.
Proficiency in adhesive dispensing technologies and validation testing.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changes.

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