Application Engineering Manager

Job Title: Senior Application Engineering Manager
Location: Rocky Hill, CT (Relocation Assistance Available)
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Manufacturing | Adhesives | Consumer Electronics
Salary: $150,000 to $185,000 base + bonus

Job Description

We are hiring a Senior Application Engineering Manager to lead a high-impact engineering team within a global Adhesive Technologies organization. This role supports top-tier consumer electronics customers and focuses on advanced adhesive materials, process development, and lab innovation.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining technical depth, people management, and customer-facing engineering.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage a team of application engineers and scientists

Support key consumer electronics accounts with adhesive materials and process solutions

Drive development of new adhesives, films, and tape technologies

Own CapEx planning and continuous improvement of lab capabilities

Ensure compliance with safety, legal, and customer quality standards

Mentor engineers and support long-term career growth

Collaborate with R&D, operations, and commercial teams

Apply agile methodologies to adapt to changing customer requirements

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor s degree in Engineering or Science

10+ years experience with adhesives, films, or tapes used in consumer electronics

5+ years people management experience leading teams of 5+ engineers or scientists

Strong background in application engineering and customer-facing roles

Experience with FEA, flow modeling, CAD tools, and lab automation

Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, customer-driven environments

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary $150,000 to $185,000

Annual performance bonus

Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1

401(k) with company match

Paid time off including vacation, sick, holidays, and volunteer time

Flexible and hybrid work options

Gender-neutral parental leave

Relocation assistance available

Hiring Process

Selected candidates will be required to complete an application through the client s ATS as part of the submission process.