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Granville, OH, US, 43023-1200
Function: Research and Development
Audience: Experienced Professional
Work Arrangement: Remote
Requisition ID: 70346
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The field application engineer is a key technical role in the Enterprise R&D – Products & Systems organization that is accountable for (1) delivering on product innovation initiatives, (2) aiding in the research and ideation on new innovation opportunities and (3) being a key resource to our internal teams and key customers regarding product performance & durability. The primary function of this role is to facilitate innovation field trials from MVP to full solution and through early commercialization. The outcome of that work is to learn from all participants in the trials, use key learnings and feedback to impact innovation development decisions, and define technical success for the early market of the innovation. Additionally, you will provide technical consulting, involvement in sensoring buildings for data acquisition and building science durability evaluations.
These tasks will be executed amongst internal and external stakeholders.
Success will be measured through results of defined operational project plans and product development initiatives.
Range of accountability will be project dependent across North America.
* Preferred location being in Granville, OH, but can be remote within reasonable proximity to a major airport.
Reports to: Sr. R&D Leader – Building Science & Enterprise Innovation
Span of Control: No direct reports but significant amount of 3rd party project management
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work internally with cross-functional product development teams to test & validate efficacy of new innovations (30% approximate time)
Assist with ASTM tests (standard or revised) to validate efficacy of innovations in development
Installation of data acquisition devices; installation of temperature, humidity and moisture sensors
* Evaluation of data outputs from validation tests and provide insights around risk, durability, efficacy and performance.
Lead the technical execution of early stage (MVP) field trials to determine the efficacy, durability and performance of organic innovations currently in development (40% approximate time)
Execute field trials to determine efficacy of target solutions
Field trial project management; develop, execute & lead project plans with internal & external stakeholders
Utilize a curious mindset with projects to learn from industry partners & customers, evaluate where adjustment is required within project plans and adjust approach where required
Be the early market technical resource for transformative innovation commercial launches (30% approximate time)
Lead the development of technical field application/installation guides
Train Owens Corning commercial team on how to effectively discuss the value of target solutions and best practices to scale them within the target geographies.
Drive the technical success of early market trials with target customers. Overcoming hurdles with sub-contractors and construction process.
Evaluation of data outputs and insights data along with customer & builder feedback to gain understanding of preferred product solutions, product trends and gaps in product offering
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree
Ability to travel 50-70% of the time and located in reasonable proximity to a major airport
* 3+ years in building industry
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
2+ years with applied Building Science field experience (moisture, durability)
HVAC system knowledge
* Structural engineering knowledge
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
The knowledge, professional/technical skills, and leadership capabilities that are most critical for success.
Project Management experience working with internal & external stakeholders
Data Analytics skills
Residential & Commercial construction process
Hands on capabilities to train on installation best practices
Generates diverse ideas to solve customer problems. Probes with questions to encourage passionate debate.
Works horizontally. Delivers enterprise strategy by partnering across businesses, functions, and geographies.
Models resilience. Pushes through barriers with optimism and endurance. Pivots based on new obstacles or learnings. Rallies teams after failures, focusing on what was learned.
Connects the dots. Brings together multiple information sources to make evidence-based decisions.
The base salary range for this position is $78,000 - $100,000. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation – plus match), paid time off that considers full professional tenure (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Location(s):
Granville, OH, US, 43023-1200
Function: Research and Development
Audience: Experienced Professional
Work Arrangement: Remote
Requisition ID: 70346
PURPOSE OF THE JOB
The field application engineer is a key technical role in the Enterprise R&D – Products & Systems organization that is accountable for (1) delivering on product innovation initiatives, (2) aiding in the research and ideation on new innovation opportunities and (3) being a key resource to our internal teams and key customers regarding product performance & durability. The primary function of this role is to facilitate innovation field trials from MVP to full solution and through early commercialization. The outcome of that work is to learn from all participants in the trials, use key learnings and feedback to impact innovation development decisions, and define technical success for the early market of the innovation. Additionally, you will provide technical consulting, involvement in sensoring buildings for data acquisition and building science durability evaluations.
These tasks will be executed amongst internal and external stakeholders.
Success will be measured through results of defined operational project plans and product development initiatives.
Range of accountability will be project dependent across North America.
* Preferred location being in Granville, OH, but can be remote within reasonable proximity to a major airport.
Reports to: Sr. R&D Leader – Building Science & Enterprise Innovation
Span of Control: No direct reports but significant amount of 3rd party project management
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Work internally with cross-functional product development teams to test & validate efficacy of new innovations (30% approximate time)
Assist with ASTM tests (standard or revised) to validate efficacy of innovations in development
Installation of data acquisition devices; installation of temperature, humidity and moisture sensors
* Evaluation of data outputs from validation tests and provide insights around risk, durability, efficacy and performance.
Lead the technical execution of early stage (MVP) field trials to determine the efficacy, durability and performance of organic innovations currently in development (40% approximate time)
Execute field trials to determine efficacy of target solutions
Field trial project management; develop, execute & lead project plans with internal & external stakeholders
Utilize a curious mindset with projects to learn from industry partners & customers, evaluate where adjustment is required within project plans and adjust approach where required
Be the early market technical resource for transformative innovation commercial launches (30% approximate time)
Lead the development of technical field application/installation guides
Train Owens Corning commercial team on how to effectively discuss the value of target solutions and best practices to scale them within the target geographies.
Drive the technical success of early market trials with target customers. Overcoming hurdles with sub-contractors and construction process.
Evaluation of data outputs and insights data along with customer & builder feedback to gain understanding of preferred product solutions, product trends and gaps in product offering
Job Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree
Ability to travel 50-70% of the time and located in reasonable proximity to a major airport
* 3+ years in building industry
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
2+ years with applied Building Science field experience (moisture, durability)
HVAC system knowledge
* Structural engineering knowledge
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
The knowledge, professional/technical skills, and leadership capabilities that are most critical for success.
Project Management experience working with internal & external stakeholders
Data Analytics skills
Residential & Commercial construction process
Hands on capabilities to train on installation best practices
Generates diverse ideas to solve customer problems. Probes with questions to encourage passionate debate.
Works horizontally. Delivers enterprise strategy by partnering across businesses, functions, and geographies.
Models resilience. Pushes through barriers with optimism and endurance. Pivots based on new obstacles or learnings. Rallies teams after failures, focusing on what was learned.
Connects the dots. Brings together multiple information sources to make evidence-based decisions.
The base salary range for this position is $78,000 - $100,000. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation – plus match), paid time off that considers full professional tenure (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC).
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Field Application Specialist
Target companies with active H-1B sponsorship histories
Instrument manufacturers, biotech firms, and diagnostics companies like Thermo Fisher, Agilent, and Waters regularly sponsor Field Application Specialists. Companies with existing sponsorship patterns are far more likely to continue sponsoring than those with none.
Emphasize your STEM OPT extension eligibility upfront
If your degree is in biology, chemistry, engineering, or a related STEM field, you qualify for a 24-month extension beyond standard OPT. Telling employers this during outreach immediately reduces their urgency to rush the H-1B visa process.
Connect your degree field directly to the technical role
Visa sponsorship depends on the job qualifying as a specialty occupation. Clearly articulating how your academic background maps to the instrumentation, assay, or systems knowledge the role requires strengthens both your application and any future H-1B petition.
Prioritize regional sales territories near your university
Field Application Specialists cover defined territories. Targeting roles in regions where you already have connections, lab experience, or customer networks gives you a practical advantage and reduces relocation barriers that can slow down offer timelines.
Prepare to discuss your OPT timeline honestly and early
Hiring managers in field roles plan around territory coverage needs. Proactively explaining your authorized work period and extension options, rather than waiting until an offer is extended, builds trust and helps employers plan sponsorship timelines alongside onboarding.
Build product and application knowledge before your interviews
Demonstrating hands-on familiarity with the instruments or platforms a company sells, whether through lab coursework, research, or internships, signals you can reduce training time. That practical readiness makes the cost of sponsorship feel more justified to hiring teams.
Field Application Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Field Application Specialist jobs typically qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes. Field Application Specialist roles generally qualify under OPT because they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field, such as life sciences, chemistry, or engineering, and involve applying that specialized knowledge directly. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of work authorization total.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B visa for a Field Application Specialist?
Many do, particularly at established instrument, diagnostics, and biotech companies where the role is tied to a specific scientific or engineering discipline. Because the position typically requires a specialized degree, it usually satisfies the specialty occupation standard for H-1B eligibility. Your odds improve significantly when you target companies that have sponsored the same or similar job titles in prior years, which you can research through public DOL disclosure data.
What degree fields best support OPT eligibility for Field Application Specialist roles?
Degrees in molecular biology, biochemistry, analytical chemistry, biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, and materials science are the most common qualifying fields. The key is that your degree field must align with the specific instruments or applications the employer sells. A biochemistry graduate applying to support genomics instruments is a cleaner fit than someone with a general science background applying to a highly specialized niche.
How can I find Field Application Specialist jobs that are open to sponsoring OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Browsing Field Application Specialist listings on Migrate Mate lets you focus on companies already willing to work with OPT timelines, rather than spending hours on general job boards filtering out roles that exclude visa holders.
Can I do a Field Application Specialist role on Curricular Practical Training before OPT?
CPT is possible if the position is directly tied to your academic program and your university approves it. Some graduate programs in applied sciences or engineering explicitly incorporate industry placements, which makes CPT approval more straightforward. However, using 12 or more months of full-time CPT eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely, so confirm the implications with your Designated School Official before accepting any CPT-based offer.