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Sr. Sales Engineer Automotive-Detroit Area

Henkel · Detroit, MItoday

Sell adhesives, sealants and coatings to automotive Tier 1 suppliers across Ohio.

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Worth knowing

Might not be for you. Heavy travel across Ohio; sales-focused, not hands-on lab work.

Computational or deskCustomer-facingTechnical expert for customers

Adjacent materials roleAdhesive Technologies business unit – adhesives, sealants and functional coatings; technical training on product capabilities

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
Senior
Work
Field/travel
Type
Full-time
Industry
Automotive
Role
Technical Service / Sales

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 Manage a territory covering the entire state of Ohio, focusing on automotive Tier 1 component suppliers. Drive communication and collaboration with the extended sales team, business development managers, and technical customer service teams on both regional and international levels. Consistently deliver the development and execution of new business opportunities, ensuring a strong pipeline of highly qualified prospects in relevant verticals. Analyze current market trends and develop strategies for future growth, ensuring the company increases its market share according to business goals and objectives.

Work closely with internal teams to coordinate pricing strategies that align with target profitability and business objectives. Coordinate and facilitate technical training sessions for existing and potential customers to showcase product capabilities, as well as emerging technologies and value-added services. Focused on driving growth, generating revenue, and delivering measurable results.

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Common questions

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 Sr. Sales Engineer Automotive-Detroit Area role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Sr. Sales Engineer Automotive-Detroit Area role at Henkel based?

This role is based in Detroit, MI. Work arrangement: Field/travel.

What degree is required for the Sr. Sales Engineer Automotive-Detroit Area role at Henkel?

This role requires a Not specified.

What polymers or materials does this Sr. Sales Engineer Automotive-Detroit Area role work with?

adhesives, sealants, coatings.