Product Technical Lead, Chemistry

Product Technical Lead, Chemistry

Location: Gloucester

Hours: Full Time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum DOE

Our client is recruiting for a Product Technical Lead to oversee the full lifecycle of products, from concept and development through to production, delivery and post‑launch support. This role will involve leading new product development, providing technical expertise, and collaborating across multiple departments to ensure product performance and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with internal stakeholders and external customers to understand requirements, market trends and industry drivers
• Lead research and development activities for new products
• Provide technical support for existing product ranges
• Support production teams with process and product‑related guidance
• Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure manufacturability and successful product delivery
• Support sales and commercial teams with technical expertise and product knowledge
• Communicate product development progress and outputs to senior leadership teams
• Ensure products remain compliant with relevant standards and regulations
• Monitor product performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Align cross‑functional teams throughout the product lifecycle
• Identify, document and protect intellectual property generated during product development
• Develop cost estimates and budgets for new product development
• Monitor product‑related capital expenditure (CERs) and ensure alignment with spending targets
• Evaluate the cost implications of design, material and manufacturing decisions
• Support pricing strategies through technical input on product value and cost structure
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiencies
• Provide budget and cost planning for customer‑specific testing and validation activities

Key Skills

• Experience working with fireproof coatings (including intumescent coatings)
• Strong understanding of silicone chemistry
• Experience with fabric coatings
• Strong technical problem‑solving skills and product development experience
• Ability to collaborate effectively across technical, manufacturing and commercial teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Qualifications & Experience

• MSc in Chemistry or Materials Science (essential)
• Previous experience within product development, technical leadership or materials‑based manufacturing environments

To apply, please email your CV or call Zee Powell for more information.

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