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Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals

Henkel · Chanhassen, MN,today
$67k – $79kfrom the posting

BS-level Applications Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $105k (59 that show pay).

Run thermal-materials lab testing, root cause analysis and customer reports for adhesive and sealant products.

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Why it is interesting. Customer-facing lab work on Loctite thermal management products for electronics applications

Might not be for you. Posted as associate level with a $67-79K range but requires 10+ years of lab experience

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist BS acceptable

Heads-up: Long list of requirements

Adjacent materials role:Adhesive Technologies unit (adhesives, sealants, functional coatings); runs lab test methods and customer technical request testing for thermal management products

H-1B filings

Henkel filed 9 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Lead Application Engineer, Product Development Chemist, Sr. Scientist Pd & Research. Median filed pay: $103K a year.

From U.S. Department of Labor disclosure data. A filing is a record of past hiring, not a promise about this role, so confirm sponsorship with the employer. Titles and filed pay · Every employer's filings

Seniority
Entry level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
10+ yrs
Industry
Electronics
Role
Applications Engineering
Techniques
thermal management testing,2 roleslaboratory test methods
Benefits
student loan reimbursementtuition reimbursementemployee share plan

Role details

About this Position

At Henkel, you’ll be part of an organization that’s shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, ‘all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you’ll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit – where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.

What you´ll do

  • Performs / supports completion of Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Plan on all product related performance complaints
  • Provides technical resource and assessment to market while supporting “must win” projects and programs
  • Completes Customer Technical Request Testing and Reports within the Application Engineering database or equivalent, including 'customer ready' reports
  • Runs and upkeeps laboratory equipment, leads/supports ongoing standardization, harmonization and administration of laboratory test methods
  • Ensures laboratory and application equipment are calibrated and safety checked in compliance with local regulations
  • Supports internal and external technical requests and projects
  • Responsible for CAPRIS/ACE and Application Engineering database documentation of the performed lab activities
  • Writes customer facing reports for the field Sales/Application Engineering teams, KAMs, Marketing, PD and Innovations or project team
  • Responsible for directly communicating with the field Sales/Application Engineering teams, KAMs or project team
  • Trains Sales/Marketing and other Application Engineering personnel on products
  • Performs customer lab demonstrations and customer training

What makes you a good fit

  • Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or related field
  • Minimum 10 years’ relevant lab experience in the thermal management or electronics industry
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to gather, understand, and interpret chemical, physical and mechanical data.
  • Ability to work as a team member and independently on multi-task assignments.
  • Ability to effectively present information in small group situations to other employees of the organization
  • Knowledgeable in Microsoft Suite and Minitab or JMP software (preferred)
  • Abliity to work onsite, 5 days a week, in Chanhassen facility

Some benefits of joining Henkel

  • Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybrid work policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
  • Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
  • Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
  • Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement

The salary range for this role is $67,000.00 and $79,000.00. This range represents the good‑faith minimum and maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at the time of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. The Company also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as the candidate’s skills, experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended to comply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role at Henkel?

The listed annual base salary range is $67K–$79K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Does Henkel sponsor H-1B visas?

Henkel has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role at Henkel based?

This role is based in Chanhassen, MN.

What degree is required for the Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role at Henkel?

This role asks for a bachelor's degree.

How many years of experience does this Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role require?

The posting calls for at least 10 years of relevant experience.

What techniques or methods are required for this Associate Lab Engineer, Thermals role?

thermal management testing, laboratory test methods.