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3M is seeking a Senior Application Engineer for its Industrial Adhesives & Tapes Division, focusing on automotive interior applications. The role involves collaborating with customers and technical teams to develop adhesive solutions, requiring a blend of engineering expertise and hands-on technical guidance.
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Job Summary
Support the adoption of 3M bonding solutions across industrial and transportation markets, with a strong focus on automotive interior applications.
Work closely with Sales, customers, and internal technical teams to develop, validate, and implement adhesive and tape solutions.
Engage with customers, OEMs, Tier suppliers, converters, and partners to understand requirements and recommend suitable bonding solutions.
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3M is seeking a Senior Application Engineer for its Industrial Adhesives & Tapes Division, focusing on automotive interior applications. The role involves collaborating with customers and technical teams to develop adhesive solutions, requiring a blend of engineering expertise and hands-on technical guidance.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
customer engagement and requirement understanding
application development and validation support
hands-on technical guidance and troubleshooting
collaboration with sales and engineering teams
testing and analysis for recommendations
adherence to safety and compliance standards
Nice-to-have
understanding of automotive manufacturing environments
experience with NPIs and product development programs
exposure to CAD/FEA and lightweight materials
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, materials science, physics, or chemistry
Previous experience in application, process, or manufacturing engineering
Experience supporting product design, validation, and customer application development
Understanding of adhesives/tapes, bonding methods, and assembly processes
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and validation requirements
Experience with laboratory testing and material performance evaluation
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills