Application Engineering Specialist H/F - 43

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator. But Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.

The Application Engineering Specialist will discover new applications our products can achieve for our clients. The Application Engineering Specialist will identify growth opportunities, emerging trends, and key players within the mobility world. They will do so through conducting market studies, analyzing competitor strategies, collaborating with internal teams to drive business expansion, etc.

The Application Engineering Specialist will join our talented team of Application Engineers. The ideal candidate has an engineering degree, is passionate about innovation, and thrives in an fast-paced environment.

Essential functions would include:

Market Exploration: Conduct comprehensive market analysis to understand customer needs and requirements, and develop innovative solutions
Market Development: Identify and develop new market opportunities and customer needs that have the potential to transform the mobility industry
Market Validation: Build pitches that identify customer needs in relevant areas, and match with our capabilities to develop new products. Test new product concepts in the market and implement an agile development approach towards customer needs.
Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to drive market-driven innovations and develop creative solutions together. Define clear goals & activities for new business ideas. Influence long term planning with product managers to ensure that it is aligned with strategy and profitability.
Innovation: Innovate new product idea routes to market and technologies. Support the development and maintenance of a high-potential innovation pipeline for future business.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or similar discipline) required
2+ years' experience in product development (or similar) capacity required
Experience in the manufacturing industry, specifically automotive, is highly preferred