R&D Product Manager - Automotive

RTC1 Recruitment Services; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UAE-based recruitment agency is looking for an R&D Product Manager - Automotive. This role involves overseeing product development and managing OEM client relationships. The ideal candidate has at least 7 years of experience in automotive coatings R&D and a relevant degree in Chemistry or similar fields. A competitive salary of up to 40K AED is offered, along with a dynamic work environment in Sharjah.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in automotive coatings R&D.
• Open to Male, Asian, Arabic & European Nationals, 40 years old and below.
• Preferred training in ISO, DOE, GLP, or GMP.

Responsibilities

• Oversee product development, technology transfer, and budget management.
• Develop high-performance, eco-efficient coatings.
• Resolve product issues and manage certifications.

Skills

Team mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Client communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Paint Technology, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

• Oversee product development, improvement, technology transfer, and budget management aligned with OEM requirements.
• Develop high-performance, eco-efficient coatings using customer insights, industry trends, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Resolve product issues, maintain OEM specifications, and manage certifications and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor R&D staff, engage with suppliers and clients, conduct benchmarking, and support commercial initiatives.

Position Title

R&D Product Manager - Automotive

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary

up to 40K AED all-inclusive depending on experience and qualifications

Job Location

Sharjah, UAE

About the Client

A UAE-based company and one of the largest paint manufacturers in the Middle East, offering a wide range of decorative, industrial, marine, powder, and eco-friendly coatings.

Qualifications

• Open to Male, Asian, Arabic & European Nationals, 40 years old and below
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Polymer Science, Paint Technology, or Chemical Engineering; with preferred training in ISO, DOE, GLP, or GMP.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in automotive coatings R&D, including OEM client engagement, plant trials, and product approvals.
• Strong expertise in water- and solvent-based coatings, with proven ability in team mentoring, cross-functional collaboration, and client communication.