Lead Technology Engineer - FRP Pultrusion

Red Chilli Recruitment; Bahrain; On-site; BHD 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

International opportunity

Job summary

Lead Technology Engineer – FRP Pultrusion in Bahrain is a hands‑on, highly technical role for developing and optimising pultrusion and extrusion lines.

You will lead installation, commissioning, process optimisation and cross‑functional collaboration to deliver safe, stable and high‑quality output.

Relocation support and international opportunity are available, with emphasis on building capability on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Strong technical experience within FRP / GRP pultrusion manufacturing.
• Proven experience setting up and commissioning new pultrusion or composite extrusion lines.
• Detailed knowledge of pultrusion processing, including fibres, reinforcements, resin systems, tooling, dies, curing and process parameters.
• Demonstrable experience improving line stability, efficiency, throughput and product quality.
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis capability.
• Experience developing SOPs and technical operating standards.
• Proven ability to train production teams and transfer technical knowledge to operators.

Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, setup and commissioning of new FRP pultrusion / extrusion lines
• Establish and optimise process parameters including resin systems, fibre loading, die temperatures, pull speed, cure conditions and line settings
• Troubleshoot production issues and resolve problems affecting quality, output, dimensional stability, surface finish and process consistency
• Drive improvements in line efficiency, productivity, scrap reduction and overall equipment performance
• Develop and implement operating procedures, technical standards and process documentation
• Support tooling, die and equipment optimisation
• Work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, quality and product development teams
• Lead process trials and support the introduction of new products and profiles
• Identify root causes of recurring production issues and implement permanent corrective actions
• Establish preventative maintenance and process‑control requirements
• Train and develop operators, technicians and supervisors to ensure production teams can operate equipment safely and independently
• Support continuous improvement and technology‑transfer initiatives across the manufacturing operation

Job description

Lead Technology Engineer – FRP Pultrusion

Bahrain | International Opportunity | Relocation Support

£45000 TAX FREE

We are recruiting for an experienced Lead Technology Engineer – FRP Pultrusion to join a leading composite manufacturing business in Bahrain.

This is a highly technical, hands‑on role for someone with proven expertise in setting up, commissioning, operating and optimising FRP pultrusion / extrusion production lines.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in bringing new production capability online, ensuring equipment runs safely, efficiently and consistently, while developing the processes, operating standards and technical knowledge required to achieve stable, high‑quality output.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the installation, setup and commissioning of new FRP pultrusion / extrusion lines
• Establish and optimise process parameters including resin systems, fibre loading, die temperatures, pull speed, cure conditions and line settings
• Troubleshoot production issues and resolve problems affecting quality, output, dimensional stability, surface finish and process consistency
• Drive improvements in line efficiency, productivity, scrap reduction and overall equipment performance
• Develop and implement operating procedures, technical standards and process documentation
• Support tooling, die and equipment optimisation
• Work closely with production, engineering, maintenance, quality and product development teams
• Lead process trials and support the introduction of new products and profiles
• Identify root causes of recurring production issues and implement permanent corrective actions
• Establish preventative maintenance and process‑control requirements
• Train and develop operators, technicians and supervisors to ensure production teams can operate equipment safely and independently
• Support continuous improvement and technology‑transfer initiatives across the manufacturing operation

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical experience within FRP / GRP pultrusion manufacturing
• Proven experience setting up and commissioning new pultrusion or composite extrusion lines
• Detailed knowledge of pultrusion processing, including fibres, reinforcements, resin systems, tooling, dies, curing and process parameters
• Demonstrable experience improving line stability, efficiency, throughput and product quality
• Strong troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis capability
• Experience developing SOPs and technical operating standards
• Proven ability to train production teams and transfer technical knowledge to operators
• Practical, hands‑on approach with the ability to work directly on the production floor
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work within an international manufacturing environment
• Previous experience supporting greenfield, expansion or new‑line commissioning projects would be highly advantageous

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced pultrusion specialist to play a key role in the development and expansion of an advanced composite manufacturing operation in Bahrain.

The position would suit someone who enjoys being close to the manufacturing process and can combine deep technical knowledge with practical implementation, troubleshooting and workforce development.

Location: Bahrain

Sector: FRP / Composites / Pultrusion Manufacturing

Position: Lead Technology Engineer