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Sika

Specialty chemicals for bonding, sealing, damping

Field Market Engineer Trainee

Solution EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeYokohama, Kanagawa, JapanNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or above in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Materials, Materials Science, or a related technical discipline is required.
  • One to two years of progressive experience in technical application, technical service, or product testing within the polymer materials or adhesive products industry is required.
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed for customer visits, training, and on-site support is required.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and deliver high-quality results with minimal supervision is required.
  • Professional communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams, customers, and partners at all levels are required.
  • Native-level Japanese proficiency and proficient written and verbal English are required, including the ability to communicate technical information clearly, concisely, and accurately in international business scenarios.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and an innovative mindset to address technical challenges and drive continuous improvement are required.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct product application testing, including performance verification, usability evaluation, and scenario-based validation to ensure compliance with market standards.
  • Provide technical support to designated markets by addressing customer inquiries, troubleshooting technical issues, and delivering timely solutions.
  • Visit customers regularly to gather feedback, identify unmet technical needs, and share insights across departments.
  • Collaborate with the Research and Development department to test and evaluate new products, align product design with local market demands, and support market readiness.
  • Monitor industry trends, analyze market dynamics and customer requirements, and identify business opportunities for existing and new products.
  • Partner with the Sales team to support product promotion, marketing campaigns, and sales initiatives with technical expertise.
  • Collaborate with the Sales team on key account and project management, track project progress, ensure technical alignment, and support successful project delivery.
  • Deliver technical seminars and training for sales teams, distributors, and customers.
  • Prepare technical test reports covering test methodologies, data analysis, conclusions, and recommendations for internal review and customer communication.
  • Perform daily laboratory maintenance, including equipment calibration, inventory management, and compliance with safety and quality control protocols.
  • Complete an initial 12-month international development program at Sika’s global headquarters in Switzerland, rotating across two target markets for six months each and working on business projects while gaining exposure to Finance, Sales and Marketing, and Research and Development.
  • Return to Japan after the program and apply international experience in a defined business role, contributing to local growth and strengthening collaboration between global and local teams.

Desired Qualifications

  • Overseas study or work experience is highly preferred.
  • Experience in technical application, technical service, or product testing in the polymer materials or adhesive products industry is described as preferred in the Japanese qualifications.

About the Company

Sika

Specialty chemicals for bonding, sealing, damping

Sika is a global specialty chemicals company that develops and manufactures systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in construction and other industries. Its offerings include adhesives, sealants, damping materials, reinforcement solutions, and protective coatings that join, seal, reinforce, and protect surfaces in projects. It differentiates itself with a wide geographic footprint (103 countries and hundreds of factories) and a decentralized structure that lets regional management tailor solutions, while focusing on sustainability and ongoing product development. Sika’s goal is to help transform the construction and transportation sectors toward greater environmental sustainability by delivering reliable chemical systems and services that improve build quality, efficiency, and durability.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Baar, Switzerland
Founded
1910

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