Applications Project Manager

Role Description

The Applications Project Manager serves as product & market expert providing technical (some business) support and all levels of training to our commercial sales team located in North America.

• Supports geographic/corporate growth initiatives by partnering with sales team to identify and facilitate progression of new business opportunities.
• Identifies technical solutions by problem solving while also developing new applications, product selection, and optimal trial design strategy and execution.
• Communicates with commercial team representatives and customers to better understand each customer-specific process, any ongoing problems, and potential chemical solutions.
• Develops relationships and collaborates with technical and production leaders with the ability to alter adverse situations into business-sustaining connections.
• Responsible for maintaining existing business and developing new product lines with R&D/Product Management while documenting all parts of product validation (technical, financial, sustainability, patents, and regulatory).
• Capability to manage smaller sections of an SBU or product line with minimal supervision and coaching from Product Management, R&D, and/or Applications Team Manager.
• Acts as a safety leader in training and education both internal and external.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or other technical degree.
• Expertise in administration of chemical programs for the treatment of industrial influent and wastewater systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of clarifiers, DAF, and experience in pretreatment and membrane technologies.
• Experience in Hydrocarbon and Chemical processing Pulp and Paper industry utilities.
• Expertise in Power, Food and Beverage Water, and general Industry is a plus.
• Boiler and cooling experience is a strong plus.

Requirements

• Expected travel to be 50% - may be higher or lower at certain times of the year depending on demand.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision & 401K.
• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

Company Description

Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents. Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honoree.