Technology Manager – Electronics
On-siteHuntsman, Nebraska, United States
Job Summary
Lead the R&D team dedicated to advanced formulations for electronics applications, defining the local innovation roadmap and translating business priorities into actionable development programs. Oversee the design, validation, and optimization of products including solder masks, coatings, and encapsulants while partnering with manufacturing to enable scale-up and technology transfer. Engage with senior customer R&D stakeholders to identify new opportunities and shape differentiated value propositions across PCB, semiconductor, and LED markets. Build and mentor a high-performing team with deep expertise in resin systems, fillers, and additives, ensuring robust processes aligned with regulatory and commercial readiness. Collaborate across global sites and functions to drive project prioritization and launch readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree or PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Formulation, or a related technical discipline
- 10+ years of R&D/technology experience in materials formulation for electronics applications, such as solder masks, coatings, encapsulants, adhesives, and related technologies
- Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams and driving innovation projects from proof of concept through industrialization
- Strong experience in scale-up, customer qualification, technology transfer, and launch support within complex technical environments
- Deep formulation expertise across epoxy, acrylic, polyurethane, silicone resin systems, fillers, additives, pigments, and adjacent materials technologies
- Strong understanding of electronics market requirements across PCB, semiconductor, LED, and related application spaces
- Ability to manage complex technical portfolios, align diverse stakeholders, and connect R&D execution with customer and business value
- Scientific rigor, innovative thinking, customer focus, resource discipline, and a results-oriented leadership style
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