MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES: - To develop new and improved processes and product performances in the field of responsibility. - Be the prime technical resource and provide technical direction within agreed R&T projects. - To carry out patent and literature searches in a regular and systematic manner to ensure Autoneum is up to date with current developments in the area of responsibility. - Provide ideas and input to help establish gate 0 proposals. - Ensure thorough documentation and appropriate communication of project work. - To build and maintain relationships with universities and institutes. - To build a network of internal and external contacts focused on delivering innovation. - To support the commercial introduction of new materials, processes and functions with related testing/simulation methods within CBU, DEC and Operations teams. - Potentially participate in Expert Network in area of responsibility - To ensure all work complies with relevant H&S policies and procedures. - To ensure working area is maintained in a satisfactory condition – 5S standard expected. - Other related work from the line manager. MAIN QUALIFICATIONS: Professional Experience: - Educational background in at least one relevant core competence. - An organized individual with logical, hands on and practical approach. - The ability to prioritize workload with a flexible approach to work is required. - Knowledge of Automotive quality standards would be a plus. Education and professional qualifications - PhD degree in relevant engineering, materials science, chemical, composite materials, or plastics/metals technologies. - Master degree in related areas with 2+ years relevant experience - Bachelor degree in related areas with 5+ years relevant experience Social skills: - Good verbal and written communication skills are preferable with the ability to persuade others. - Self-motivated individual with the ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team. - The ability to build and develop formal and informal networks in and out-side the company. - Comfortable and effective challenging and motivating people to perform. - Must be an excellent problem solver. - Excellent oral and written communication skills in English. Other languages, German or French an advantage Authorized responsibilities - Ordering Material/SW purchasing according to project or team needs Decisions on direction of work to be taken in discussion with the R&T Team Leader. - Must be willing to travel and communicate. o Travel regularly within China. o Must be prepared to communicate with colleagues globally outside of regular working hours.