Textile Reinforcement Materials Developer

Job Description

• Development of new textile reinforcement materials (fabrics, cords) for ContiTech products, like power transmission and conveyor belts, hoses, etc. (worldwide responsibility)
• Development of textile reinforced rubber composite technologies
• Definition of technical specifications and requirements
• Support serial introduction of new textiles and products thereof, including smpling, lab testing/evaluation, manufacturing, product testing
• Provide Materials science expertise, drive knowledge sharing, and support in problem-solving
• Central R&D contact for ContiTech and suppliers worldwide
• Maintain our technology leadership, drive sustainability & innovation
• Identify and implement optimization potentials 
• Drive activities to improve and standardize procedures as a part of a lean and agile organization
• Lead cross-functional, international projects
• Close cooperation with Purchasing, Process Development, Product Development, material testing labs

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Textile Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or similar qualification
• Experience in development of technical textiles (cords, yarns, fabrics)
• Experience in development of reinforced rubber or composites materials
• Knowledge in textile materials testing methods
• Strong analytical skills - problem solving, decision making, data classification, examination of correlations, etc.
• Strong customer-oriented thinking, ownership, and collaboration skills
• Sense of urgency in completing projects on time and effectively
• Intercultural fluency
• Project management experience
• Fluent English language skills

Additional Information

At Continental we are committed to building an inclusive and discrimination-free ecosystem in Mexico, these principles are rooted in our corporate philosophy and culture. Therefore, it is totally forbidden to request a pregnancy or HIV test as part of our selection processes.

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