Summary of role:
We are seeking a collaborative technical leader and subject matter expert in elastomer materials to help drive innovation and development in material selection, formulation, characterization, scale-up, and manufacturing. In this role, you will serve as the primary materials contact for cross-functional regional teams—including marketing, engineering, and manufacturing—and will be responsible for delivering innovative, technically differentiated solutions that meet regulatory standards and advance our material capabilities.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Lead material-related initiatives that support strategic business segments and address diverse customer needs.
- Guide research and development (R&D) efforts in alignment with business strategies and technology roadmaps.
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams to translate requirements into material specifications; develop rubber formulations and conduct experiments to validate performance.
- Apply scientific principles to deliver innovative, high-value solutions.
- Formulate new materials, coatings, and polymers to address industry challenges and create new market opportunities.
- Analyze test data and provide recommendations on material selection, compounding, molding, testing, regulatory compliance, and vendor sourcing.
- Partner with manufacturing teams to support compounding, prototyping, and molding processes.
- Stay informed about global regulatory standards and work closely with compliance teams.
- Work collaboratively with vendors and customers to resolve technical material issues.
- Provide technical support across departments and manage projects effectively, fostering an inclusive and respectful team environment.
- Collaborate with global R&D teams across APAC, EMEA, and the Americas
Education and Experience:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, polymer science, materials engineering, biochemical engineering, or related field.
- Strong background in rubber compounding and elastomeric materials.
- Familiarity with fillers and reinforced composites.
- Skilled in statistical design and experimental data analysis.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 10+ years of relevant experience in elastomer or advanced material development.
- MS or PhD in a related discipline.
- Deep expertise in rubber chemistry, thermoplastics, physics, DOE, and performance testing.
- Experience with elastomeric formulations for dynamic applications.
- Strong understanding of structure-property relationships in materials.
Competencies:
- Ability to manage multiple priorities using effective prioritization to meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
- Exceptional communication skills.
- Technology savvy and awareness
- Critical thinking
- Consensus building
- Effective consulting
- Agile, quick learner
Application:
Last application date: 2025-11-22
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