Senior R&D Development Engineer - Heat-Shrink Tubing & Sealing Products

In this role you will lead the development of heat-shrink and sealing solutions for automotive and industrial applications, guiding products from concept to market launch. You’ll work with advanced polymer technologies and cross-functional teams to influence product strategy and future platforms. You will tackle complex engineering challenges, drive verification and qualification, and push for reliable, high-quality solutions. This is an opportunity to shape commercially-ready products that meet demanding performance needs.
Competitive Salary Package
Performance-Based Bonus Plans
Health Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Development Plan
Lead development of heat-shrink tubing and sealing products from concept to industrialisation and launch
Translate customer requirements into robust product specs covering thermal, mechanical, electrical, sealing, and environmental performance
Develop and optimise polymer-based solutions including single-wall/dual-wall tubing, adhesive-lined products, sealing sleeves, and moulded components
Design, execute, and analyse laboratory, pilot-scale, and manufacturing trials (extrusion, crosslinking, expansion, moulding, adhesives)
Drive product verification, qualification, risk assessment, and reliability activities using DFMEA, DOE, statistics, and problem-solving tools
Investigate root causes of technical/manufacturing issues and implement effective corrective actions
Collaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, suppliers, and customers to ensure successful delivery and launch readiness
Degree in Polymer Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, or related technical discipline
5+ years of product development experience from concept through qualification and launch
Hands-on expertise in polymer extrusion and at least one related technology (heat-shrink expansion, crosslinking, adhesive lining, moulding, or compounding)
Strong knowledge of polymers, adhesives, sealants, additives, and material-process-property relationships

Experience with product validation, qualification testing, process scale-up, manufacturing transfer, and continuous improvement
Practical knowledge of DFMEA, DOE, statistical analysis, root cause investigation, risk management, and engineering change control
Strong communication, collaboration, and technical leadership across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, suppliers, and customers
Strong communication
Technical leadership
Crosslinking
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