DELO Industrie Klebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA
Key Account Project Engineer San José
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Lead technical projects for key accounts, analyze customer needs, define process requirements, and coordinate global teams. Develop application-specific process expertise, support contract manufacturers during implementation, monitor relevant technical trends, solve complex technical problems, and collaborate with customers, internal teams, and the Global Key Account Manager. The role is based in the Greater San Jose Area and requires travel.
Your Tasks:
- Lead projects and drive technical execution at key accounts
- Analyze customer needs and define technical and process requirements
- Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams across DELO’s global network (Germany and subsidiaries)
- Develop deep application-specific process expertise and support contract manufacturers in process implementation
- Coordinate cross-region teams to ensure project success
- Monitor and scout technical trends relevant to your key accounts, exchange insights with industry experts
- Provide regular feedback and collaborate with the Global Key Account Manager
Your Skills:
- You are located in the Greater San Jose Area (CA)
- Degree in Materials Engineering/Science, Plastics Engineering, Polymer Science, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, Applied Chemistry, or related technical fields. (Bachelor’s required, Master welcome)
- At least 3 years of experience in a technical corporate environment – preferably as Sales or Application Engineer in the adhesive sector or similar industries such as surface treatment, consumer electronics, Semiconductor industry
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems
- Prior expertise in adhesives is not required as you will get intensive and exciting training in Germany
- Willingness to travel
EOE - Equal Opportunity Employer
Your Benefits:
Opportunity to work at an innovative and fast-growing company being part of an international Engineering and Sales team
Flexible working hours with home office options
Additional benefits (e.g. performance-oriented bonus, health, vision and dental plan incl. health reimbursement account, 401(k), paid sick leave, employee assistance program)
Up to 25 days annual leave depending on your years of service
Comprehensive onboarding and training opportunities (at our office in the greater Boston area as well as at the German headquarter)
Family owned company with a welcoming and supportive atmosphere
DELO Industrie Klebstoffe GmbH & Co. KGaA San Jose, California, USA Office
San Jose, United States
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