Materials Research Chemist Engineer

Job DetailsJob Location: Clinton TN - Clinton, TN 37716Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 Salary a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Titan International is a global leader in specialty tires and wheels, serving industries such as agriculture, construction, outdoor power equipment, powersports, and trailers. We deliver high-quality products that help keep equipment operating and businesses moving. With a strong global footprint and a customer-first mindset, we’re focused on growth, innovation, and building a team that drives our continued success.  We’re seeking a Materials Research Chemist Engineer to join our team. This role is responsible for advancing tire product performance through development and optimization of rubber formulations, materials, and manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise in rubber chemistry and tire materials, along with leadership capabilities to guide a team of chemists, engineers, and technicians. This role plays a critical part in driving product innovation, cost efficiency, and performance improvements across the organization.  What you will be doing:   Develop new rubber formulations and refine existing mixes  Maintain and update formulations and manufacturing specifications  Determine appropriate testing methods and evaluate material properties  Analyze and optimize tire performance characteristics  Utilize advanced testing tools such as FTIR, RPA, DMA, and MDR  Write and maintain manufacturing specifications for compounds, materials, and mixing processes  Provide technical support to manufacturing, quality, and project teams  Evaluate and resolve process and product performance issues  Interface with plant operations, maintenance, and engineering teams  Validate new raw materials and suppliers  Provide technical oversight for all materials used in tire manufacturing  Ensure compliance with REACH and other regulatory and customer requirements  Identify and implement opportunities to reduce material costs and waste  Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies  Support new product introduction and process development initiatives  Lead and develop a team of chemists, engineers, and technicians  Manage projects from concept through implementation  Collaborate cross-functionally and influence without direct authority when needed  Align team efforts with corporate goals and performance objectives  Qualifications a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Required Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in rubber technology, tire materials, or formulation development. Leadership or team management experience required. Experience with Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives. Strong knowledge of rubber formulation, testing, and tire manufacturing processes. Proficiency with FTIR, RPA, DMA, MDR, and Microsoft Office; Minitab preferred. Experience managing budgets, staffing, and project performance. Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Results-driven, detail-oriented professional with the ability to lead projects to completion. Willingness to travel up to 15% and support evolving business needs.