"Senior Scientist in Composites Manufacturing"

Mission

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist specializing in Composites Manufacturing to lead and contribute to R&D efforts focused on advanced composite materials, automated fabrication technologies, and next-generation manufacturing processes. The successful candidate will drive innovation in thermoset and thermoplastic composites, with an emphasis on process development, automation, characterization, and scale-up for aerospace, automotive, or industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute R&D programs in composites manufacturing, including resin infusion, automated fiber placement (AFP), additive manufacturing, autoclave and out-of-autoclave curing, and compression molding.
• Develop, evaluate, and optimize processing techniques for advanced composites (e.g., carbon fiber reinforced polymers, thermoplastics, nanocomposites).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in materials, design, and mechanical testing to develop high-performance, cost-effective composite structures.
• Support technology transfer and scale-up from lab to pilot and production environments.
• Assisting in scaling-up new products and overseeing initial production launches across multiple co-manufacturing facilities and diverse product categories.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and publications for internal stakeholders and external clients or funding agencies.
• Integrating manufacturing and processing considerations into product development efforts, ensuring efficiency and feasibility throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams, including colleagues in various roles and external partners, to drive successful project outcomes.
• Assisting in evaluating new equipment and technologies for potential implementation in production processes.

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in the development of composite structures and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing techniques such as AFP, ATL, AM, RTM, filament winding, or press molding.
• Experience with smart manufacturing, data analytics, or model-based process control.
• Background in aerospace or defense-grade composite certification standards.
• Proficiency in simulation software (e.g., ANSYS, Moldex3D, Digimat, ABAQUS) or process modeling tools.
• Strong knowledge of structure–property–process relationships in fiber-reinforced composites.
• Familiar with non-destructive testing (NDT), quality control, and digital manufacturing tools.
• Track record of publications on recognized international peer reviewed journals as well as noticeable experience in business planning, Techno-economic evaluations.
• Strong communication and documentation skills in English. Fluency in French would be a plus.