Associate Application Engineer / Lab Engineer
Associate Application Engineer (Packaging / Coatings / Adhesives)📍 Location: Bridgewater, NJ (100% Onsite)📅 Contract: 12+ MonthsWe are looking for an Associate Application Engineer to support our Specialty Tapes & Labels business within the Packaging segment at our Bridgewater, NJ Technical Center.This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with pilot coating and laminating equipment, support customer demonstrations, perform laboratory testing, and contribute to product development and process optimization initiatives.Key ResponsibilitiesOperate and support pilot coater and laminator equipment for customer demonstrations and technical evaluationsPerform laboratory testing, analyze results, and prepare technical reportsSupport calibration, preventative maintenance, and safety inspections of laboratory and pilot equipmentAssist with troubleshooting product and process issues, including root cause analysis and corrective actionsDevelop, standardize, and improve laboratory test methodsSupport customer visits, technical presentations, and training activitiesCollaborate with Sales, Key Account Managers, Application Engineers, and project teamsMaintain technical documentation and reporting within the company databasesPromote a strong safety culture and support 5S initiativesQualificationsBS degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related technical disciplineEquivalent hands-on experience in coatings, adhesives, laminating, or converting technologies will also be considered1-3 years of laboratory, application engineering, or product development experienceExperience with coatings, adhesives, packaging materials, tapes, labels, or web handling processes preferredKnowledge of coat weight control, tension control, coating methods, drying processes, or laminating equipment is highly desirableStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilitiesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong organizational and project management skillsPreferred ExperiencePackaging industry experienceCoating and laminating equipment operationAdhesives and specialty materials testingCustomer-facing technical supportAdditional Information100% onsite position in Bridgewater, NJMinimal travel requiredOpportunity to work directly with customers and innovative packaging technologiesIf you enjoy hands-on engineering, laboratory testing, process optimization, and customer interaction, we'd love to hear from you.