Descripción
About reTyre At reTyre, we're not just another tire company; we're revolutionizing the industry. With our groundbreaking machine that can produce bicycle tires from any material, we're setting new standards for what's possible. Imagine tires that are biodegradable, luminescent, reflective, and more. This is not the future; this is happening now. We're looking for a Head of Materials who can explore the limitless possibilities of elastomeric materials and contribute to our mission of disrupting the industry. The Role As the Head of Materials at reTyre, you'll be at the cutting-edge forefront of material application. You'll work closely with our R&D and engineering teams to discover, test, and co-develop new types of materials and material blends for tire production. Your role will be pivotal in the development and realization of sustainable tires, focusing on emission reduction and recycling. We have numerous partners with substantial resources for material development and testing, and you will manage these collaborative projects. Responsibilities Discover and test new elastomeric materials, including TPEs. Collaborate with suppliers and partners to source high-quality materials. Manage testing protocols and building requirements. Work closely with R&D and engineering teams to integrate new materials into production. Oversee the entire material lifecycle, from sourcing to end-of-life. Manage collaborative projects with external partners for material development and testing. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Materials Science or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in material research, preferably within the thermoplastic elastomer industries. Proficiency in material testing and analysis tools. Demonstrated experience in working with a range of elastomers and topology. Preferably worked with compounding and material development. Personal Characteristics Highly innovative with a passion for material science and sustainability. Excellent probl