Technology & Innovation Manager

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The Technology & Innovation Manager will be responsible for identifying and developing technologies, represents Materion’s technological capabilities to relevant stakeholders (customers, partners, R&D etc and acts as an interface between external parties and Materion internal functions (T&I, sales & marketing, manufacturing and supply chain).
Reporting to the Director Technology & Innovation EMEA and working closely with the management and team in Farnborough, the key responsibilities of this role will include but not be limited to:
Carry out T&I development activities, following the process and reporting paths
Contribute to the T&I roadmap
Develop materials, processes and associated specifications.
Provide technical support as appropriate for operations, quality & customers.
Perform materials and component testing, partly with external partners
Be customer support and understand the applications as far as possible
Manage metallurgical and testing laboratory
Participate in R&D programs (be part of the application process and follow the regulations/obligations)
Write and present papers at technical conferences
Advise on current and emerging best practice
Other
To undertake any other duties as requested by the Director, Technology & Innovation EMEA in conjunction with local manufacturing and Corporate requests.
Education/Experience and skills:
Master or PHD in Metallurgy and/or Material Science (Focus: metallic materials)
Experience in powder metallurgy, 3D-printing and/or materials testing
General understanding when evaluating standards and customer specifications
Skills:
Essential:
Strong innovation and networking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent PC and organisational skills.
Strong attention to detail
Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, as well as part of a wider team
Strong business acumen and ability to translate technology to potential business impacts.
Ability to interact at all levels within the company and also with external customers
Highly flexible proactive approach
Ability to travel occasionally (Europe & Worldwide)
Desirable/Preferred:
Language – German/French/Italian is desirable.
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