Mastec Inc

Lead Application Engineer, Flexible Packaging

Mastec Inc • $105K — $125K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or similar degree/experience required; coatings-related technical background strongly preferred.
  • Typically, 5-10+ years of experience in technical service, application engineering, or product development, with a focus on coatings, coated substrates, converting, or flexible packaging.
  • Hands-on experience with various coating application methods and equipment is highly valued.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot coatings performance and application issues including adhesion and appearance defects.
  • Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple trials and maintain clear documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Act as a trusted technical partner by leading product demonstrations, trials, troubleshooting, and training at customer sites.
  • Serve as the technical liaison between customers and internal teams to translate application needs into actionable requirements.
  • Provide timely technical support for assigned regional customers, including product recommendations and problem-solving.
  • Plan, execute, and communicate laboratory and pilot-scale requests to support customer projects.
  • Prepare reports summarizing trial results and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders.
  • Engage in market-specific coatings expertise through competitive awareness and involvement in technical communities.
  • Lead by example in safety and complete necessary safety requirements.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision, and wellbeing starting on day 1.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday, volunteer time, and flexible & hybrid work policies.
  • Financial: 401k matching, annual performance bonus, service awards, and student loan reimbursement.
  • Family Support: 12-week gender-neutral parental leave, fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, and discounted childcare.
  • Career Growth: diverse growth opportunities, access to skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement.
Full Job Description
What you'll do
  • Acts as a trusted technical partner for customers by leading coatings-focused product and technology demonstrations, coating trials, troubleshooting, and training at customer sites, using pre- and post-trial documentation and visit reports to help customers succeed.
  • Serves as the technical liaison between customers and internal teams-including product development, manufacturing, supply chain, sales, and marketing-to translate application needs into actionable product, process, and customer support requirements.
  • Provides timely technical support for assigned regional customers, including product recommendations, substrate evaluations, complaint investigations, line issue diagnosis, and application-based problem solving.
  • Plans, executes, and communicates laboratory and pilot-scale requests to support customer and market projects, including coating weight, appearance, adhesion, performance, and processability assessments.
  • Prepares reports that summarize trial results, technical findings, conclusions, and recommended next steps, and communicates this information effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Provides market-specific coatings expertise through customer engagement, competitive and industry awareness, and involvement in professional societies, technical networks, and industry associations.
  • Leads by example in Safety, completing all necessary site and field safety requirements.
  • Develops technical and professional skills through ongoing learning, mentoring, and participation in internal and external technical communities.
What makes you a good fit

  • BS in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science/Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, Mechanical Engineering, or similar degree/experience required; coatings-related technical background strongly preferred.
  • Typically, 5-10+ years of technical service, application engineering, process engineering, product development, or industry experience, with direct experience in coatings, coated substrates, converting, or flexible packaging strongly preferred.
  • Willing to travel up to ~60%, primarily in the USA and occasionally MX/CAN; with advance planning and support to enable sustainable work-life balance.
  • Hands-on experience with coating application methods and equipment, such as gravure, slot die, roll coating, rod coating, Mayer rod, reverse roll, pilot coater, laminator/coater, drying/curing conditions, coating weight control, and defect troubleshooting is highly valued.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot coatings performance and application issues, including adhesion, wet-out, film formation, blocking, curl, appearance defects, coat weight variation, viscosity/rheology, drying, curing, and substrate compatibility.
  • Experience translating customer process conditions, substrate structures, and end-use requirements into practical coatings recommendations and trial plans.
  • Excellent people skills; able to work effectively with a range of individuals from manufacturing operators and laboratory technicians through senior management both at customers and within Henkel.
  • Strong organization skills with the ability to manage multiple customer coating trials, technical requests, and follow-up actions while maintaining clear documentation and communication.

Some benefits of joining Henkel
  • Health Insurance: affordableplans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time offincluding sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, flexible & hybridwork policies (depending on role), and vacation buy / sell program
  • Financial: 401k matching,employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares,annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
  • Family Support: 12-week genderneutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertilitysupport, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderlycare, and scholarships
  • Career Growth: diverse nationaland international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skillsdevelopment courses, and tuition reimbursement

The salary rangefor this role is $105,000.00 and $125,000.00. This range represents the good-faith minimumand maximum wages the Company reasonably expects to offer for this role at thetime of posting. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligiblefor incentive pay or other forms of compensation, as applicable. TheCompany also offers a comprehensive benefits package as described above. Actualcompensation will be based on factors such as the candidate's skills,experience, education, training, and work location. This posting is intended tocomply with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws.

About Mastec Inc

MasTec is an infrastructure engineering and construction company that serves the utility, communications, and government industries. The company is specialized in the engineering, building, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of energy, utility, and communications infrastructure, including electrical utility transmission and distribution; power generation; natural gas and petroleum pipelines; wireless, wireline, and satellite communications; wind and solar farms; and water and sewer systems. MasTec was founded in 1994 and is based in Coral Gables, Florida.

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Join the dynamic team at Mastec Inc, a leader in infrastructure construction, where innovation meets professional excellence, creating a thriving environment for career growth. At Mastec Inc, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, reflecting our dedication to leadership and innovation in the industry.

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At Mastec Inc, you'll be part of a company that values your skills and supports your professional growth. Our team is at the forefront of the construction industry, leading projects that redefine landscapes and communities. With Mastec Inc, your work will not only be challenging and rewarding but also pivotal in shaping the future of infrastructure.

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Learn more about Mastec Inc
Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.4 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$322.8 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+9.1%
Revenue
$6.3 billion
NASDAQ
MTZ
* Ladders Estimates

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