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アプリケーションエンジニアマネージャー/ Application Engineering Manager

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A global company in the adhesives and materials industry is seeking a Manager of Application Engineering. The selected candidate will lead the application engineering team, develop adhesive solutions, manage technical projects, support semiconductor-related applications, and drive long-term technical strategies.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct customer visits to understand application requirements, usage trends, and market competition
  • Provide technical support through product recommendations, application demonstrations, and on-site troubleshooting
  • Develop and implement adhesive solutions using application equipment to improve customer processes and performance
  • Lead and manage the application engineering team to deliver key projects and achieve business objectives
  • Develop technical capabilities within the team and build a strong talent pipeline
  • Establish and execute long-term technical strategies aligned with business goals
  • Oversee laboratory operations, customer sample prioritisation, and technical reporting
  • Support customer and product development projects with expertise in semiconductor-related adhesive applications
  • Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Development, and global technical teams to identify new business opportunities and improve products
  • Standardise technical documentation and maintain data consistency across platforms

Requirements:

  • More than 3 years of experience as an Application Engineer in semiconductor, electronics, packaging, or adhesives
  • More than 1 year of experience in project management or people management
  • Hands-on customer-facing technical experience
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and occasionally within Asia
  • Native level Japanese; business level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Experience managing a team
  • Experience in semiconductor packaging, including image sensor, 5G, AI, automotive, or IC packaging
  • Chemical background in polymers, materials, or adhesives
  • Experience with adhesives, sealants, or functional materials
  • Testing or laboratory experience
  • Advanced hands-on experience with analysis or evaluation methods

About the Company:

The company operates in the adhesives and materials industry, providing technologies and solutions for applications including semiconductor-related products. Its activities include adhesive technology, product development, and technical support.

Keywords:

接着剤, 半導体, 電子材料, アプリケーションエンジニア, 技術サポート, プロジェクトマネジメント, 研究開発, 顧客対応, ラボ運営, マネージャー, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 95DT32

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Chemicals & Raw Materials

Focus: Application Development Engineering

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥13,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Kanagawa

Job Reference: 95DT32-573F4A03

Date posted: 14 August 2026

Consultant: Dita Amelinda