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Application Engineer

Henkel · Rocky Hill, CTtoday

Provide technical adhesive and equipment support to customers, running trials, lab testing and validations, and training.

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Why it is interesting. Mix of lab testing and customer-site problem solving across Henkel's adhesive, sealant and coating portfolio.

Customer-facingTechnical expert for customers

Core polymer roleTechnical support for adhesives: product recommendations, application guidance, laboratory testing and validation trials for adhesives, sealants and functional coatings

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

Work
Field/travel
Type
Full-time
Industry
Chemicals
Role
Applications Engineering

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 Become a part of our North American ACM Application Engineering team, supporting a specific region in the country and driving expertise and innovation activities identified for our business unit. Provide technical customer support for adhesives and equipment, including troubleshooting, product recommendations, application guidance, and validation support through in-person visits, virtual meetings, email, and phone. Support customer application trials and validations, including test plan development, coordination, laboratory testing, sample management, data analysis, and technical report preparation and review.

Troubleshoot adhesive- and equipment-related technical issues to support business retention and identify opportunities for growth. Collaborate with Sales and Focus Market teams to support target accounts, hero applications, and project opportunities, including providing technical input for value proposition development. Support the development and execution of application engineering projects that drive innovation, new business opportunities, and technical solutions for customers. Report Writing and Review Product recommendation while working in the Lab or in the customer facilities, observe safety protocols, 5s, etc.

Develop and deliver technical training for internal and external stakeholders, including new hires, Sales teams, distributors, and customers. Support technical demonstrations, application trials, and customer visits while maintaining appropriate safety, 5S, and laboratory standards. Maintain accurate technical documentation, test results, and project information in applicable systems and tools. Contribute to technical launch activities and the successful introduction of new products, applications, and technologies.

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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 Application Engineer role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Application Engineer role at Henkel based?

This role is based in Rocky Hill, CT. Work arrangement: Field/travel.

What degree is required for the Application Engineer role at Henkel?

This role requires a Not specified.

What polymers or materials does this Application Engineer role work with?

adhesives, sealants, functional coatings.

What techniques or methods are required for this Application Engineer role?

laboratory testing.