Sr. Product Engineer

Overview

Sika is looking for an experienced Sr. Product Engineer to join its growing team based in Madison Heights, Michigan. The Sr. Product Engineer will provide technical support for Sika's Automotive and Industry business units, assess vetted sales opportunities, assist with product selection, and support lab testing and product launch needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Sales to secure new business opportunities or protect existing business within Sikas Industry and Automotive market fields, with a focus on reactive / non-reactive hot melts, lamination adhesives & processes, and profile wrapping applications.
• Execute other technical objectives as prioritized by the business units.
• Become the divisions repository of technical expertise for Sikas Industry and Automotive products, uses, and competitive positioning.
• Develop programs to train Industry Sales, Marketing and other Sika staff on market field uses, applications, and other relevant information.
• Provide support to resolve customer complaints resulting from product or application failures.
• Assist the development of all technical documents for new products (Product Data Sheets, Application Equipment, Application Know How, and Application limitations).
• Assist with maintaining proper product listings, registrations, certifications in all industry-related regulatory bodies.
• Assist with the proper application of the Product Creation Process towards the commercialization of new products.
• Maintain active membership in external technical committees and participate through presentations & training at Industry Conferences / Committee meetings.
• Provide monthly reports on all major activities and accomplishments to Supervisor.
• Support customer visits and other related overnight travel as needed, approximately 25% - 40% of the time.
• All other related activities as defined by Supervisor.

Qualifications

Perks & Benefits

About Sika

Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries. With subsidiaries in 102 countries and more than 34,000 employees, Sika operates over 400 factories and strives to transform construction and transportation toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2024, Sika generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. As an equal opportunity employer, Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

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