Overview
As R&D; Manager for the rubber business, you define and drive the global R&D; strategy and steer new product development for rubber power transmission belts. You lead an interdisciplinary team and coordinate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Purchasing and Sales to ensure market success. You optimize designs, materials and processes for performance and cost efficiency, while ensuring compliance and sustainability. The role involves international travel to China and India and reports to the Rubber Product Line Manager.
Compensaciones / Beneficios Competitive compensation package
Versátil benefits program
Learning and development opportunities
On-the-job training within a global organization
Collaborative and inclusive culture
Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsabilidades
Define and execute mid- and long-term global R&D; strategy aligned with corporate objectives
Lead and develop the R&D; team (product engineering, materials, laboratory and testing)
Drive new product development and continuous improvement of rubber power transmission belts
Research,



develop and validate rubber compounds, reinforcements and surface treatments
Improve product performance (durability, energy efficiency, noise, vibration, thermal and chemical resistance)
Optimize materials, designs and processes for cost reduction and efficiency
Ensure compliance with technical standards, regulations and customer requirements
Define and oversee product testing, validation and homologation
Manage R&D; budget, priorities and resource allocation
Collaborate with Production, Quality, Engineering, Purchasing and Sales for industrialization and market success
Support customer technical needs and product troubleshooting
Resolve product issues with Quality and Engineering to ensure reliability
Contribute to sustainability and regulatory compliance initiatives
Monitor technology and market trends and foster collaboration with suppliers and external partners
Promote Health & Safety and Environmental practic

📌 R&D Manager Rubber (Barcelona)
🏢 Ammeraal Beltech
📍 Barcelona