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# MOLYKOTE® Specialty Lubricants Application Engineer (AE)

- **Company:** DuPont
- **Location:** Midland, MI, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Data Analytics
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/CFDE035A104E4D9EB78A21AF2DF5E525/job/

## About the Role

The MOLYKOTE® Specialty Lubricants team is seeking a highly motivated Engineer with a strong customer and solution-oriented mindset. In this position, you will partner closely with customers to understand wear and friction challenges and translate them into innovative lubrication and tribology-based solutions that meet performance and cost-in-use requirements. You will collaborate with regional commercial teams, channel partners, and global R&D to drive both near-term solutions and long-term product innovation.

This role requires a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, manages multiple priorities, and applies scientific thinking and critical problem-solving to deliver impactful results., * Results-driven, self-starter mindset with strong ownership and accountability

 * Ability to manage multiple priorities while delivering against deadlines
 * Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform root cause analysis and translate findings into practical solutions
 * Experience taking concepts from early-stage idea through commercialization
 * Proficiency in data analysis and scientific methodology
 * Ability to build relationships, influence stakeholders, and effectively engage customers
 * Collaborative approach across technical and commercial teams, * B.S degree in Engineering or related technical discipline (Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical preferred)
 * Minimum 5+ years of experience in lubrication, tribology, or related field
 * Strong understanding of mechanical systems, lubricating materials, and tribology fundamentals
 * Proven problem-solving skills with a scientific, data-driven approach
 * Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
 * Previous experience in oil & gas or industrial lubrication systems is preferred
 * Certified Lubricating Grease Specialist (CLGS) or Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) is a plus
 * Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus

## Description

* Partner with customers (design engineers through end users) to diagnose challenges and develop application-specific solutions
 * Translate customer needs into test plans, product recommendations, and validated solutions
 * Deliver technical training to customers and channel partners
 * Lead or participate as a core member of an engineering or product commercialization team
 * Support the development of new and modified products to meet customer and market needs
 * Apply scientific methods to evaluate product performance, quality issues, and new applications
 * Develop expertise in specialized tribology testing and equipment in collaboration with global experts
 * Identify opportunities to leverage low-friction coatings and advanced lubricants for differentiated solutions
 * Work cross-functionally with marketing, supply chain, and business teams
 * Travel up to ~50% within the Americas for customer engagement and training


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