Material R&D Engineer (Rubber & Polymer specialist)

Who We Are:

Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.

As a Materials R&D Engineer (Rubber & Polymer specialist), youll join a global leader in designing, manufacturing and supplying wear products and services for mining equipment.

Our 3000 - strong global team members are proud of the innovative solutions we provide our customers and our commitment to being carbon neutral by 2030.

Youll join a diverse and inclusive team contributing across more than 100 unique professions and trades.

Whats the Role:

As our Materials R&D Engineer, you will lead and supervise material R&D projects focused on the development and improvement of Bradken materials in the areas of rubber, polymeric materials, and their composites. You will support the global R&D team and assist in project activities to further expand material development initiatives in India by facilitating material trials, logistical activities, and coordinating actions with internal and external stakeholders.

With your organizational and collaborative skills, you will engage with Manufacturing, Technical, and Product Development teams to identify potential material development opportunities and plan projects with the Material R&D team and other stakeholders. Additionally, you will assist the Manufacturing team in root cause analysis and conduct necessary research to deliver business solutions.

You will assist with obtaining quotations, developing budgets, and CAPEXs related to process development solutions. Your role will involve working with the Engineering and Sales teams and assisting in the design and monitoring of field trials for R&D improvements.

Overall, you will facilitate research both internally and through third parties to enhance Bradkens intellectual property related to material performance in consumable applications. You will also be responsible for disseminating research outcomes into the business.

Key Technical Criteria:

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Polymer Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• Demonstrated years of experience in rubber/polymer materials research and development, preferably in an industrial or R&D environment
• Experience in polymer synthesis, characterization, and processing techniques
• Experience in polyurethane and polyurea is highly regarded.
• Previous experience related to the any Manufacturing Industry is advantageous
• Technical report writing, data analysis, and presentation skills (MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

This role is based in Coimbatore, India.


Why join our team at Bradken

• Safety first environment and mindset
• Flexible work options
• Competitive Total Reward Packages
• Global and local recognition programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning and Development focus
• Education assistance
• EAP for you and your family
• Community Involvement program

If youd like to part of team thats changing the game, please apply along with your resume and a brief covering letter highlighting why this should be your next role and the closing date to apply for this role is 17th March 2025, Everyone has a story...be part of ours!

Before commencing employment, you will be required to complete psychometric assessment, Microsoft skills assessment and a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO RECRUITMENT AGENCY APPROACHES

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to providing a diverse, inclusive, engaging and flexible environment for our people because great things happen when individuals are given the opportunity to bring themselves into their work. All employment will be based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.