R&D Center Lead - Materials Development (80-100%)
Core
Lead cross-regional Materials Development competency to make materials technology a source of product performance, compliance, sustainability, and innovation for industrial products.
Role type
Senior IC R&D Center Lead (Materials Development)
Builds
Material technology platforms, qualification frameworks, risk governance, and supplier collaboration strategies.
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (Electrical power distribution) + Materials Science
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Materials development and qualification, Polymer and elastomer expertise, Failure analysis, Risk governance, Laboratory management, Team leadership, Cross-functional project management
Preferred skills
Accreditation pathway management, University/research organization partnership, Sustainability strategy
Technologies
Polymers, Elastomers, Thermoplastics, Metals, Alloys, Coatings, REACH/RoHS compliance tools
Responsibilities
Define technology strategy across polymers, elastomers, metals, alloys, and coatings; Manage the Materials Laboratory in Uster ensuring safe operations and accreditation; Drive material innovation, sustainability, and compliance; Support new product delivery with material solutions; Lead and develop a high-performing team; Build partnerships with Product Management, Operations, suppliers, and universities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership