Rubberatkins, a specialist in high-performance elastomer and polymer engineering solutions for extreme environments, has announced the search for a Vice President of Research & Development to lead the company’s next phase of technical innovation and product development.
This senior leadership role will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of the research and development function at Rubberatkins, supporting the company’s continued growth in delivering advanced materials solutions for demanding energy, industrial, and engineering applications.
Rubberatkins has built a strong reputation for engineering elastomer solutions designed to operate in some of the world’s most challenging environments. The appointment of a VP of R&D will strengthen the company’s commitment to scientific excellence, product reliability, and customer-focused innovation.
Driving innovation
The Vice President of R&D will lead the development of next-generation elastomer and polymer technologies, overseeing product innovation from initial concept design through to final validation and commercial release.
The successful candidate will provide technical and engineering leadership across all research and development programmes, ensuring high standards of design integrity, safety, and performance. Responsibilities will include advanced engineering analysis, design calculations, finite element analysis (FEA), and technical documentation management.
The role will also involve close collaboration with customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and testing partners to ensure solutions meet exacting performance requirements in real-world applications.
Supporting customers and commercial growth
In addition to leading technical teams, the VP of R&D will work closely with the commercial function to support customer engagement, product specification, and technical proposal development.
This collaboration will help ensure that Rubberatkins continues to deliver value-driven engineering solutions, helping customers reduce operational risk, improve reliability, and extend service life in critical applications.
Strengthening engineering excellence
The role will be central to maintaining the Rubberatkins high standards of quality and safety across all R&D activities. The VP of R&D will ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with the company’s health and safety standards.
The position will also focus on building and developing a high-performing technical team, fostering a culture of precision engineering, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Strategic leadership opportunity
Rubberatkins is seeking an experienced senior R&D leader with a strong background in engineering, knowledge in materials science, or advanced manufacturing. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with commercial awareness and strong leadership capability.
The company said the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future of its technology portfolio and play a key role in driving product development and wider business strategy for global markets.
More details on the role can be found here https://rubberatkins.bamboohr.com/careers/266
About Rubberatkins
Rubberatkins is a specialist manufacturer of high-performance elastomer and polymer solutions used in demanding industrial environments. The company focuses on engineering reliability, performance, and innovation for customers operating in critical sectors.