Application Development Engineer

Job Description

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Job Description:

Location: Bengaluru, India
Division: Electronics Materials Solutions Division (EMSD)
Department: R&D
Reporting To: Application Engineering Manager - Consumer Electronics

At 3M, science is just the beginning. As part of our Electronics Materials Solutions Division, you'll collaborate with brilliant minds and cutting-edge technologies to create innovative solutions that power the future of consumer electronics. If you're driven by curiosity, passionate about problem-solving, and eager to make a real impact-this role is for you.

What You'll Do

As an Application Development Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing next-generation materials and solutions for global consumer electronics leaders. Your responsibilities will include:

- Working closely with global teams to develop and replicate high-impact applications in adhesives and conductive materials.

- Identifying the best 3M solutions for customer needs through in-depth understanding, testing, and analysis.

- Supporting new product launches by creating technical documentation, demo tools, training resources, and videos.

- Gathering customer insights and providing input on new product ideas, competitive intelligence, and intellectual property.

- Specifying 3M products at OEMs and Tier suppliers, and supporting the business handover to manufacturing teams worldwide.

- Developing and maintaining lab infrastructure, equipment planning, and capital expenditure inputs.

- Delivering technical training to internal teams, distributors, and customers-both in-person and online.

- Using digital tools and content to enable more productive and effective sales engagements.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who combines strong technical knowledge with business acumen and a customer-first mindset.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Electronics.

- 4+ years of experience in customer-facing engineering roles, preferably in the electronics segment.

- Familiarity with adhesives, conductive materials, and related applications is a strong advantage.

- Proficiency in using testing and analytical instruments.

- Understanding of IP protocols and documentation.

- Ability to identify new opportunities and propose value-driven solutions.

- Self-starter with excellent collaboration, planning, and communication skills.

- Experience in key account management and networking with internal/external stakeholders.

- Knowledge of converting processes like die-cutting and slitting is desirable.

- Capability to create digital training/demo content using video and editing tools.

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