The role involves developing, engineering, and localizing nonwoven, coated, and portable bonded abrasive products from concept to commercialization
Job Summary
The role involves developing, engineering, and localizing nonwoven, coated, and portable bonded abrasive products from concept to commercialization.
Candidates must possess deep materials science knowledge to optimize product performance, cost, quality, and manufacturability using phase-gate processes.
The position requires collaborating with global R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to deliver differentiated solutions aligned with regional market needs.
Matching Summary
The role involves developing, engineering, and localizing nonwoven, coated, and portable bonded abrasive products from concept to commercialization.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Master's or PhD in Materials Science
7-10 years R&D experience in abrasives
Expertise in thermoset resin systems
Hands-on wet chemistry and formulation
Experience with stage-gate commercialization
Nice-to-have
Patent generation and IP disclosures
Knowledge of abrasive safety standards
Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
Cross-functional global team leadership
Cost-sensitive market localization experience
Key Requirements
Master's or PhD in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Polymer Science
7–10 years of experience in R&D or product development within abrasives industries
Demonstrated experience in nonwoven, coated, and/or portable bonded abrasives product development