Application Engineering Lab Tech

About Us

We are only accepting applications through verified recruitment websites listing our job postings (i.e. LinkedIn, Workable, Indeed, etc). Dymax will only contact potential candidates from email addresses in @dymax.com.

Dymax, part of the Bachmann Chemical & Engineering family of brands is based out of Torrington, Connecticut. Dymax is globally recognized as a pioneer in the development of light-curable adhesives and curing equipment. Today, our expansive portfolio of innovative adhesives, coatings, and maskants are supported by dispense solutions and cutting-edge UV and LED light-curing equipment. Unlike our competitors who supplying standard products, Dymax focuses on the customer experience by tailoring solutions that help customers lower costs, reduce their carbon footprint, improve efficiency, and drive profitability. Our focus on being a customer intimate organization has led us to where we are today: a rapidly expanding force within our industry, an innovative product portfolio, extraordinary employees, and a bright future based on creating quality offerings with a dedication to business growth.

About You

We’re seeking a result-focused, innovative, self-driven, and well-qualified individual to join our talented team as our Application Engineering Lab Tech. Based out of our Torrington, Connecticut, location, you will evaluate product effectiveness in applied conditionsby organizing an assigned test queue, executing complex and specialized tests, capturing complete records, preparing samples, maintaining instrument and lab readiness, verifying materials, and providing decision-ready data to Application Engineering, Sales, R&D, and Marketing.

In addition, you will:

• Interpret instructions and organize assigned workflow by validating objectives, building simple test matrices, controlling variables, recording conditions, and completing technical projects to defined quality standards within agreed timelines.
• Maintain robust, repeatable records by documenting methods, substrates, materials, results, and observations in databases and lab notebooks, and ensuring traceable, audit-ready entries that enable reproducible outcomes.
• Present findings to request originators by exploring issues, compiling clear visuals and summaries, and delivering concise written reports and business-case rationales that support timely decisions.
• Apply best practices in equipment use and test methods by learning device controls, following validated procedures, maintaining a clean, safe, and organized lab, replenishing supplies and samples, and handling chemicals according to SDS and PPE guidelines.
• Guide external stakeholders on standardized application techniques by demonstrating approved methods, replicating customer conditions where feasible, and resolving routine issues jointly to ensure accurate evaluations.
• Verify incoming raw materials quality by running defined mechanical tests, comparing results to specifications, analyzing variances, and documenting conformance or nonconformance with clear evidence.
• Document work instructions for repeatable results by capturing verification steps, chronologies, approvals, and accuracy checks under guidance, and updating instructions when methods are revised.
• Create test inputs for product data sheets (under guidance) by executing mechanical tests for new or repurposed products, compiling result tables, and submitting standardized performance summaries for PDS preparation

You should have:

• High school diploma essential; BS/BA in Chemistry preferred — or equivalency
• Working knowledge of ERPs, especially JD Edwards E-1, preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Windows-based software
• 2+ years of lab experience, preferably in a chemical manufacturing setting
• Precise, detail-oriented, and curious; motivated to learn and apply new methods

Our company offers its employees:

• Attractive salaries
• Personal growth opportunities
• Excellent benefits packages that include:

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401K)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Generous Paid Time Off and Public Holidays
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Free uniforms and footwear
• Training & Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Resources

Salary Range: $51,000 - $73,000

Our company takes the compensation of its employees very seriously and considers several factors when determining the total compensation package including but not limited to location, market range, skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities. The base salary range represents the low and high end of our company's salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range. The range listed is just one component of our company's total compensation packages for employees.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Our company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, domestic violence status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.