Job Description


  • Establish the company's R&D and Innovation strategy; manage the annual roadmap and budget.

  • Lead projects focused on developing new materials for engineering plastics.

  • Conduct improvement projects aimed at enhancing existing product performance and reducing production costs.

  • Plan laboratory studies and product testing processes; analyze and report results.

  • Provide technical leadership during pilot production and mass production transition phases.

  • Develop customized formulations and engineering solutions based on customer requirements.

  • Ensure effective R&D project planning, resource management, risk analysis, and technical documentation.

  • Manage application and execution processes for R&D support programs such as TÜBİTAK, KOSGEB, and Horizon Europe.

  • Conduct patent searches, competitor analyses, and monitor technological trends.

  • Oversee R&D laboratory infrastructure, equipment maintenance, and calibration processes.

  • Manage the R&D team, perform performance evaluations, and foster an innovation-oriented

  • Scale up customer-specific sample studies to large-scale production; collaborate with sales and business development teams to optimize and improve the product portfolio.

  • Stay up to date with engineering plastics and polymer application trends across industries to identify product improvement opportunities, enhance the company's performance, and contribute to achieving corporate objectives.

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A successful R&D Manager should have:


  • Bachelor's degree in Polymer, Chemical, or Materials Engineering (Master's or PhD preferred).

  • Minimum 8+ years of experience in polymer compounding, engineering plastics, or polymer development.

  • Advanced expertise in extrusion, injection molding, additive systems, polymer rheology, and testing methodologies.

  • Proven experience in R&D project management, laboratory management, and technical reporting.

  • Knowledge of preparing and executing publicly funded projects (TÜBİTAK, KOSGEB, etc.).

  • Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and innovative thinking skills.

  • Preferably good command of English.

A leading player in the Industrial / Manufacturing sector, this company has a strong presence in the market with a focus on engineering and manufacturing. Their commitment to innovation and quality has established them as a reputable organization within the industry.


  • Competitive salary

  • Comprehensive health insurance package.

  • Company car or car allowance.

  • Opportunity to work in Istanbul (Anatolia) with a leading organization in the Industrial / Manufacturing industry.

  • Career development opportunities in engineering and manufacturing.




This is your chance to make a significant impact in an innovative and forward-thinking environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career as an R&D Manager

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