Application Engineer (m/f/d)

At DuPont, we are working on things that matter, whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting humans!

If you would like to be a part of a premier multi-industrial company that is delivering sustainable solutions that bring real purpose and value, of a company with collaborative spirit because it believes that we work best when we work together as a team and values the diversity of thought, then DuPont is the company for you!

We are excited to share that on May 22, 2024, DuPont announced plans to separate (1) into three industry-leading, independent publicly traded companies. This strategic move will create focused businesses with distinct investment profiles. We believe the proposed separations will create opportunities for all three future companies to better serve their customers and unlock long-term value for stakeholders. This process is expected to take 18-24 months from the date of announcement to complete. We are committed to supporting our employees throughout this transition and ensuring a smooth and successful separation process. We look forward to welcoming new talent who are interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.

WHY JOIN US?

Our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter!

Have the Opportunity to chart your own course, challenge yourself, and acquire new capabilities to build a rewarding and fulfilling career. We reward employees with competitive pay and incentives to recognize skills, competencies, and contributions to business results.

Get to Experience a collaborative environment where teamwork is celebrated with flexibility that enhances balance and an inclusive atmosphere that is welcoming to all!

Get to know our Purpose and make it yours by bringing innovations to market that improve the world, share a commitment to sustainability that makes our planet better and give back to communities in which we work and live.

We are looking for an Application Engineer (m/f/d) to join the MOLYKOTE® Specialty Lubricants team in Wiesbaden , Germany. MOLYKOTE® Brand includes broad range of specialty lubricants technology like Greases, Pastes, Oils and Anti-Friction Coatings for diverse applications in Automotive & Industrial markets.

You will be responsible for application development focusing on Anti-Friction Coatings technology (also called Dry Lubricants), working closely with customers, distributors and cross-functional global teams.

Application Engineer (m/f/d)

Main Responsibilities:

• Drive new application development with primary focus on Anti-Friction Coatings technology. Closely collaborate with the Sales team to acquire new customers; identify and support new growth opportunities
• Working closely with laboratory technicians as well as external laboratories, plan, generate and analyze technical data to support customer’s and market needs
• Support commercialization projects through full stage gate process and acceleration of product launches in cooperation with Sales and Marketing
• Develop and deliver technical trainings based on customer’s and channel partner’s needs
• Deliver high quality technical reports and submit patent disclosures if applicable
• Champion global collaboration to ensure key technical development learnings are shared mutually between the regions
• Represent MOLYKOTE® technologies at Industry Conferences including paper talks and publications
• Prepare/contribute to creation of product literature, sales tools and case stories
• Be Safety Champion in all areas. Demonstrate and promote Safety behavior during daily work

• Business fluency English and German
• Degree (PhD or M.Sc.) in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. Focus on Tribology and/or Coating technology is highly desired
• Work experience in the industry. Proven examples in customer facing technical roles
• Experience in coatings/paints, surface treatment, tribology and/or lubricants is a plus

Critical Success factors:

• Strong customer-focused skills. Proactive approach with customer engagement and creative thinking with new application development ideas
• Resolve technical challenges through scientific methodologies, analytical approach and innovative thinking
• Constantly build the expertise and latest know-how of lubricants technologies, applications, and formulations
• Demonstrate strong business acumen
• Work independently and drive projects to completion
• Strong team player and effective collaboration across multiple functions, regions, customers and stakeholders
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Travel up to 25% of time within EMEA region mainly

DuPont OFFERS:

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits
• An annual variable pay program that rewards team and individual performance and shares company, business or functional success
• On-going learning opportunities in a rewarding work environment
• Career experiences that can span different businesses and functions with opportunities for personal and professional growth
• The chance to work on global teams with colleagues around the world and in different locations

We look forward to your