Innovations Technologist
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Salary: £42k plus excellent benefits
Working from home 1 day a week possible after probation
Relocation possible

Help Shape the Next Generation of Advanced Materials
Are you passionate about developing innovative products and seeing your ideas progress from concept through to full-scale manufacture?
We're looking for an Innovations Technologist to join a growing manufacturing business that has invested significantly in its people, technology and facilities, with ambitious plans for continued expansion.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on the development of high-performance, bespoke materials, collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that make a real impact.
What You'll Be Doing
Working within the Innovation team of 6, you'll lead product development projects from concept through to production, including laboratory, pilot and production trials. You'll develop and test new materials, analyse technical data, source new raw materials, collaborate with Quality and Operations, support customers with technical expertise and maintain accurate project documentation throughout the development process.
What We're Looking For

You'll ideally have:
Experience in R&D, product development or materials development within manufacturing.
A degree in Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry, Textile Technology, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and project management skills.
A proactive, commercially aware approach and a genuine passion for innovation.
Experience within textiles, nonwovens, polymers, composites or advanced materials would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Apply?
Join an innovative manufacturing business where your ideas will influence future products and technologies. You'll work on exciting development projects, collaborate with experienced technical professionals and enjoy genuine opportunities for career progression within a supportive and ambitious team.
Apply today to help shape the next generation of innovative materials.

Also known as:
This opportunity may also suit candidates currently working as an R&D Technologist, Research & Development Scientist, Product Development Technologist, Product Development Scientist, Materials Scientist, Materials Technologist, Polymer Scientist, Polymer Technologist, Textile Technologist, Textile Engineer, Development Chemist, Chemical Technologist, Process Development Technologist, Process Technologist, Innovation Scientist, Innovation Engineer, Product Innovation Specialist, Applications Technologist, Technical Development Specialist, Development Engineer, Laboratory Technologist, Research Scientist or NPD Technologist.

Commutable from:
Bridgwater, Taunton, Weston-super-Mare, Burnham-on-Sea, Highbridge, Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Yeovil, Frome, Bristol, Clevedon, Portishead, Minehead, Wellington, Tiverton, Chard, Langport, Shepton Mallet, Cheddar, Axbridge, Nailsea, Yatton, Winscombe, Somerton, South Petherton and surrounding areas within approximately one hour of Bridgwater.