Technical Applications Specialist I

The Company
Meridian Adhesives Group
is a leading adhesive manufacturer with a wide range of branded, private label, and contract-manufactured adhesives and sealants. Our products are used for product assembly in a wide range of applications and markets, including industrial, engineering, MRO, transportation, automotive, electronics, telecommunications, residential and commercial building construction.

Job Summary
The Technical Application Specialist functions as a subject-matter expert in epoxy-based coating systems and serves in a consultative capacity to customers, engineers, DOTs, and internal stakeholders. This role exercises independent judgment in evaluating project requirements, interpreting specifications, and developing installation standards and process improvements. The position contributes to business development through opportunity identification, technical education, and strategic recommendations that directly support revenue growth and customer relationships. Extensive travel and autonomy are core to the position. The long-term intent of this role is progression into a Sales Representative position, creating a defined path for advancement within the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance for epoxy-based coating materials on jobsites nationwide.
• Evaluate and follow established procedures, identify procedural deficiencies, and develop recommendations for improvements. Develop installation standards and procedures in partnership with engineers, DOTs, and technical writers. Identify business opportunities within designated areas and support sales growth through strategic product application guidance.
• Capable of working with chemicals and able to identify and report unsafe equipment, conditions and practices so that they may be corrected.
• Document all onsite project activities.
• Exercise independent decision-making to manage schedules, resolve onsite issues, and complete engagements with minimal supervision. Must be able to read and interpret project specifications, drawings, and technical documents.
• Interpret and advise on Health and safety requirements to end users of the products supplied.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert and lead trainings, seminars, and product demonstrations for engineers, DOTs, and end users. Represent the company and demonstrate products at trade shows.
• When not assigned travel or projects, assist the sales team or customers to gain exposure to sales processes and customer relationship management to support eventual transition into a Sales Representative role.

Skills & Abilities

• Will be required to travel via commercial air carriers.
• Must have good driving record and a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work additional hours, weekends, night shifts and holiday shifts as customer and project needs dictate.
• Must have good communication skills, be organized, and have time management skills.
• Dependable and Reliable.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and basic test or installation equipment.
• Exceptional attendance and punctuality.
• Able to use a computer and smart phone competently, particularly Outlook, MS Office applications and MS Excel to enter data.

Physical Requirements

• The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• This position involves the use of tools. Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, kneel, climb, crouch or crawl and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee must be able to lift and/or move objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects that weigh more than 100 lbs.

Work Environment

• Able to work outdoors may include extreme temperatures and climates.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• The work does include working on federally funded highway and bridge projects; random drug testing may be required per project requirements.

Work Environment

• Able to work outdoors may include extreme temperatures and climates.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
• The work does include working on federally funded highway and bridge projects; random drug testing may be required per project requirements.

Location:
Remote, high travel position.

Pay:
This position has a salary range of $64, $68, The salary range represents the expected range for this position. The actual salary may vary based upon several factors, including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Account Plans
• Retirement Plan with company contributions
• Generous Paid Time Off plan increasing based on seniority
• 11 Company Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short Term Disability
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Paid Volunteer Day
• Employee Assistance Program

Why Join Us
Meridian is a leading name in the adhesives industry, renowned for delivering innovative solutions and exceptional service to clients worldwide. Guided by our core values -
Safety & Sustainability, Respect, Integrity, Accountability, and Teamwork
- we are driven to make a meaningful impact in everything we do. When you join Meridian, you become part of a dynamic team that values diverse perspectives, fosters professional growth, and encourages bold ideas. We're committed to creating a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, contribute to groundbreaking projects, and help shape the future of our industry.

Meridian Adhesives Group
does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms.

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Meridian Adhesives Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary : $64,000 - $72,000