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Head of Innovation-Corrosion Protection Materials
Job in
Houston, Harris County, Texas, 77246, USA
Listed on 2026-06-01
Listing for:
Critical Fit Recruiting
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Materials Engineer, Product Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the integration of technical teams into one unified innovation organization.
- Build a collaborative, high-trust culture across diverse backgrounds.
- Drive the execution of global innovation strategy.
- Manage and prioritize the global product development and technology portfolio.
- Lead key technology programs across coatings, composite repair, corrosion protection, and thermal/structural solutions.
- Lead and coach ~35 product development & technical experts across regions.
- Retain and develop talent during the integration phase.
- Set and monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
- Build strong relationships with customers in core segments.
- Support customer visits, technical decisions, and major opportunities.
- Build partnerships with external suppliers, research institutions, and industry experts.
- Ensure strong collaboration across regional technology and PD hubs.
- Master's degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
- 10+ years industry experience in adhesives, coatings, sealants, composites, or protective coating technologies.
- Strong product development or engineering experience within industrial applications.
- Proven track record leading large technical teams (~15+; ideally 30+).
- Experience leading organizational transformations or building new teams.
- Strong people leadership: motivation, coaching, conflict management.
- Strategic mindset with ability to connect innovation to business value.
- Strong commercial orientation and customer understanding.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across organizations.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to unify diverse teams.
- Process-focused and data-driven.
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