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Application Development Engineer – Construction Sealants & Coatings
Summary
Working under the direction of the Lab Manager, oversee the day-to-day activity associated with the Construction Sealants Application Development Center testing, databasing, reporting and subsequent customer interaction.
Responsibilities Include:
- Support and collaborate with North American sales team to help grow sales and profitability in Insulating Glass, OEM manufacturing, Structural Glazing, Weatherseal, Roofcoat, Air-Water Barrier and Architectural Coatings segments through technical product-positioning and specification activities. Role includes external interaction with authorized distributors, direct customers, industry specification associates and trade associations.
- Responsive on-site project and technical support for both pre-construction and active construction project needs primarily within NAM with some limited activity in Mexico.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management and Technology (R&D) to support technical needs within their functional area. This includes the creation of technical literature and support of New-Product-Introduction projects.
- Active participation in assigned trade organizations, symposia and conferences (ASTM, ABAA, FGIA, etc.) with the objective to help develop and execute strategies that represent, safeguard and promote MPM interests.
- Gather market competitive intelligence including new technologies, market trends, customer needs, IP opportunities and champion efforts to capitalize on opportunity by communicating and collaborating with MPM team associates in a timely and efficient manner.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations to specification base; Architects, Consultants, SCIPs and property owner/managers.
- Write technical content for promotional materials for use to educate customers and marketplace and assist marketing communications to deliver professional, scientifically based presentations.
- Interface with function teams and outside agencies to arrange for product testing to attain various industry certifications and performance test requirements for product differentiation and competitive advantage.
- Create content and execute internal and external customer training programs, application procedure development, technical literature content creation, issue investigation and timely resolution.
- Identify and create procedures, tools, literature and other technical concepts to support sales growth in segments. Collaborate with Marketing and R&D on development of new product concepts based on market analysis/needs, customer input and competitive product review/analysis.
- Support NPIs, customer trials and tests, and additional ad-hoc activities as necessary.
This position may require travel including overnight travel with estimated 25% of time.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
The following are minimum qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science.
- Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, etc.
- Proficiency in web-based and mobile applications.
- Self-motivated individual with a high level of creativity and technical interest.
- Ability to work independently and in a matrix team environment.
Ability to travel including overnight travel with estimated travel 35% of time.
The following are preferred qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Building Sciences, Materials Science, or a related discipline is preferred and will be strongly considered.
- Technically oriented individual with interest in the commercial construction industry.
- Individual must be able to and have a comfort level to visit job site and factory settings for on-site support activity including roof-level work.
- Spanish and/or French fluency would be advantageous.
What We Offer:
Base Pay Range: $80,500 - $117,700
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable.
If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
- Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
- Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
- Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
- Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
- 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
- 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
- Student debt pay-off program.
- Professional development programs and courses.
- Wellness programs and financial education.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.
About us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
Job Title:
Application Development Engineer – Construction Sealants & Coatings
Summary
Working under the direction of the Lab Manager, oversee the day-to-day activity associated with the Construction Sealants Application Development Center testing, databasing, reporting and subsequent customer interaction.
Responsibilities Include:
- Support and collaborate with North American sales team to help grow sales and profitability in Insulating Glass, OEM manufacturing, Structural Glazing, Weatherseal, Roofcoat, Air-Water Barrier and Architectural Coatings segments through technical product-positioning and specification activities. Role includes external interaction with authorized distributors, direct customers, industry specification associates and trade associations.
- Responsive on-site project and technical support for both pre-construction and active construction project needs primarily within NAM with some limited activity in Mexico.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management and Technology (R&D) to support technical needs within their functional area. This includes the creation of technical literature and support of New-Product-Introduction projects.
- Active participation in assigned trade organizations, symposia and conferences (ASTM, ABAA, FGIA, etc.) with the objective to help develop and execute strategies that represent, safeguard and promote MPM interests.
- Gather market competitive intelligence including new technologies, market trends, customer needs, IP opportunities and champion efforts to capitalize on opportunity by communicating and collaborating with MPM team associates in a timely and efficient manner.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations to specification base; Architects, Consultants, SCIPs and property owner/managers.
- Write technical content for promotional materials for use to educate customers and marketplace and assist marketing communications to deliver professional, scientifically based presentations.
- Interface with function teams and outside agencies to arrange for product testing to attain various industry certifications and performance test requirements for product differentiation and competitive advantage.
- Create content and execute internal and external customer training programs, application procedure development, technical literature content creation, issue investigation and timely resolution.
- Identify and create procedures, tools, literature and other technical concepts to support sales growth in segments. Collaborate with Marketing and R&D on development of new product concepts based on market analysis/needs, customer input and competitive product review/analysis.
- Support NPIs, customer trials and tests, and additional ad-hoc activities as necessary.
This position may require travel including overnight travel with estimated 25% of time.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
The following are minimum qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Materials Science.
- Strong organization skills with ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
- Ability to operate in a cross-functional team environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, etc.
- Proficiency in web-based and mobile applications.
- Self-motivated individual with a high level of creativity and technical interest.
- Ability to work independently and in a matrix team environment.
Ability to travel including overnight travel with estimated travel 35% of time.
The following are preferred qualifications for the role:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architectural Engineering, Architecture, Building Sciences, Materials Science, or a related discipline is preferred and will be strongly considered.
- Technically oriented individual with interest in the commercial construction industry.
- Individual must be able to and have a comfort level to visit job site and factory settings for on-site support activity including roof-level work.
- Spanish and/or French fluency would be advantageous.
What We Offer:
Base Pay Range: $80,500 - $117,700
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable.
If you are interested in this position, we’d ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
- Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
- Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
- Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
- Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
- 25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
- 401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
- Student debt pay-off program.
- Professional development programs and courses.
- Wellness programs and financial education.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.
About us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
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Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS evaluates whether your bachelor's degree field directly relates to application development leadership. A degree in computer science, information systems, or software engineering is the cleanest match. Degrees in unrelated fields require a detailed credential evaluation explaining the connection.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition skips the lottery entirely. Application Development Lead roles at university IT departments or affiliated research labs are legitimate pathways if you're outside the annual cap selection window.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Application Development Lead postings by employers with active LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This shows you which companies have already filed for this exact role type, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness before you apply.
Check prevailing wage before your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your job title and work location before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing it upfront prevents offer letters that USCIS will flag during adjudication.
Clarify lead versus management in your job description
USCIS scrutinizes Application Development Lead petitions where the role blurs into general management. Your job description should document the technical requirements, such as architecture decisions and code oversight, rather than framing the role as people management without a specialized degree requirement.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
If your employer's project timeline requires you to start by a specific date, ask them to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication can run several months, and premium processing accelerates the decision to approximately 15 business days, which matters for project-driven lead roles.
H-1B Visa Application Development Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Application Development Lead role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. USCIS applies a four-part test, and the strongest cases document that the degree is a normal minimum requirement for the role, not merely preferred. Roles that blur into general management without clear technical requirements face higher RFE rates.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for Application Development Lead positions?
Employers with existing software development teams and active LCA filing history are the most straightforward sponsors. Large technology firms, financial services companies, and enterprise software vendors file consistently for lead-level development roles. You can browse employers by their LCA filing history for this role type on Migrate Mate, which surfaces verified sponsoring companies rather than requiring you to research each employer manually.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Application Development Lead candidates?
Most Application Development Lead positions at private companies fall under the annual H-1B cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for U.S. master's degree holders. USCIS runs a lottery in March for the fiscal year starting October 1. If you hold a U.S. master's degree, you're entered in both pools, which increases your selection odds.
What documentation does USCIS typically want for a lead-level development role?
USCIS commonly requests evidence that the position requires a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Useful documents include the detailed job description with technical responsibilities, your employer's internal job classification standards, a copy of your degree transcripts, and a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S. For lead roles, the employer's organizational chart showing where the position sits relative to individual contributors and management can also support the petition.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B in an Application Development Lead role?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B transfer petition, as long as your previous status was lawfully maintained and the new petition is filed before your current authorization expires. You don't need to wait for USCIS to approve the transfer before starting the new role.