Large plastic resins supplier has an excellent opportunity available in the Detroit, Michigan area for an Applications Development Engineer. 

Summary & Objectives

This position is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive application development plan and strategy that would increase revenues and profits in engineering and thermoplastics resins sales.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:  

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lead technical and molding support of new program development activities, launches and current production program issues.
• Provide leadership to customer base in regards to quality issues and concerns that arise related to the product /or product quality and molding process.
• Handle customer requests thru HQ AD team for proper and timely resolution back to the customer.
• Lead sales programs technically in order to capture new business opportunities and goals.
• Support development of technical service personnel in regards to technical aspects as required for automotive segment needs, processing, specifications, company procedures and activities, tooling and design guidance.
• Implements the recommendations of the strategic application development plan. 
• Evaluate technical issues to determine how competitive and current it is with the latest trends in the industry. 
• Monitor external and internal environment for development of new market segments. 
• Produce feasibility studies/implementation plans for new application development. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. 

Qualifications:

• Polymer Engineering/Processing
• Proficient in English
• Hold valid driver’s license for business trips
• Proficient in Excel, Word, Outlook
• Customer/Client Focus
• Result Driven
• Business Acumen                                               
• Initiative Presentation Skill 
• Problem Solving/Analysis 
• Communication Proficiency         
• Strategic Thinking                                  
• Dependable, punctual and reliable
• Professional manner and appearance
• Project Management 
• Presentation Skill is a plus

Education and/ or Experience:  

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or equivalent number of experience
• Must have 4+ years chemical industry background. Experience in the plastics industry is a must. Experience in thermoplastics, injection molding, ABS, Polycarbonate, HDPE, LLDPE, LDPE, Polyethylene, Polypropylene, and / or Polyolefins would be a plus. 

Travel

Approximately 40% of overnight travel may be expected. 

Physical Activity Required: 

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Regularly required to take motor vehicles and airplanes
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift up to 20lbs