Your tasks

• Lead development group of Compound Innovation to ensure technology leadership of OESL in the area of rubber compounds for automotive applications.
• Extend network with suppliers and public research institutes to foster innovative solutions and sustainability.
• Support other R&D functions and Application Engineering with knowledge exchange and promotion of new innovative materials to the customers.

This job can be carried out at the Hanover or Hann.Münden locations

Your profile

• Master degree in Chemistry or Material Science, PhD preferred
• Several years of experience in the development of rubber compounds or technical rubber goods
• Experience in a leadership position
• Experience in working with international project teams
• Experience in Automotive Industry preferred
• Business fluent English and good German language skills (written and spoken)

Applications from severely handicapped people are welcome.
Our offer

The well-being of our employees is important to us. That’s why we offer exciting career prospects and support you in achieving a good work-life balance with additional benefits such as:

• Training opportunities
• Mobile and flexible working models
• Sabbaticals
• and much more…

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Jobdrehscheibe

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About us
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2023, Continental generated sales of €41.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 56 countries and markets.
Guided by the vision of being the customer’s first choice for material-driven solutions, the ContiTech group sector focuses on development competence and material expertise for products and systems made of rubber, plastics, metal, and fabrics. These can also be equipped with electronic components in order to optimize them functionally for individual services. ContiTech’s industrial growth areas are primarily in the areas of energy, agriculture, construction, and surfaces. In addition, ContiTech serves the automotive and transportation industries as well as rail transport.

• Lead development group of Compound Innovation to ensure technology leadership of OESL in the area of rubber compounds for automotive applications.
• Extend network with suppliers and public research institutes to foster innovative solutions and sustainability.
• Support other R&D functions and Application Engineering with knowledge exchange and promotion of new innovative materials to the customers