Lead specialty polymer development in Kimberley with expertise in compounding, extrusion, and composite manufacturing processes. Guide advanced materials commercialization projects.

This Lead Chemical Engineer position focuses on specialty polymers and composites for high-performance applications. You will direct engineers and scientists through process design, optimization, scale-up, and manufacturing support. The work connects polymer science, chemical engineering, and commercialization.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead specialty polymer and composite material development
- Oversee compounding, extrusion, and composite fabrication scale-up
- Guide engineers and technicians through materials development
- Conduct characterization, performance testing, and failure analysis




- Collaborate with research, product, and manufacturing teams

Requirements:

- Master's or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or Materials Science
- Eight or more years in specialty polymers and composites
- Experience leading technical teams and development projects
- Deep knowledge of polymer chemistry, rheology, and processing
- Robust leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Apply polymer science, process scale-up, and technical leadership to advance specialty materials from development through commercialization.

📌 Lead Polymer Composites Engineer (Kimberley)
🏢 Placements24
📍 Kimberley