Research and Development Engineering Manager

Company Confidential; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Company Confidential in the United States seeks a Technology Manager to lead a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians while driving the development of next-generation polymer compounds and engineered thermoplastic solutions. This role sits at the intersection of technology, customer engagement, product innovation, and business strategy.

If you thrive in an environment where you can influence company direction, develop breakthrough materials, collaborate with customers, and build

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of experience in polymers, engineered thermoplastics, compounding, formulation, or product development.
• Proven ability to lead scientists, engineers, and technicians.
• Proven success developing and commercializing new products.
• Expertise in polymer formulation, compounding, processing, and application development.
• Strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Six Sigma, DOE, DMAIC, or Design for Six Sigma training.
• Patent development, IP, or industry publication experience.
• Experience working within global or matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of scientists, engineers, and technicians to drive product development.
• Drive development of next-generation polymer compounds and thermoplastic solutions.
• Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to align technology with business strategy.

Skills

Team leadership

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Product development

Polymer formulation

Education

MS/PhD in Polymer Science, Materials Science, or Chemical Engineering

Job description

We're looking for a visionary technology leader who is passionate about turning innovation into commercial success.

As our Technology Manager, you will lead a talented team of scientists, engineers, and technicians while driving the development of next-generation polymer compounds and engineered thermoplastic solutions. This is a highly visible leadership position that sits at the intersection of technology, customer engagement, product innovation, and business strategy.

If you thrive in an environment where you can influence company direction, develop breakthrough materials, collaborate with customers, and build high-performing technical teams, we would love to hear from you.

Required Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8+ years of progressive experience within polymers, engineered thermoplastics, compounding, formulation, or product development.
• Demonstrated experience leading scientists, engineers, technicians, or technical teams.
• Proven success developing and commercializing new products.
• Expertise in polymer formulation, compounding, processing, and application development.
• Strong project leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma, DOE, DMAIC, or Design for Six Sigma training.
• Patent development, intellectual property, or industry publication experience.
• Experience working within global or matrixed organizations.