Lead Composites Engineer - Pioneering Sustainable Innovation
Location: Bristol (Hybrid options available)
Type: Full-Time preferred (flexible)
Salary: £45,000-£60,000 DOE

Are you ready to lead the future of sustainable composites?

iO Associates have partnered with a cleantech innovator developing innovative chemical technologies to recycle advanced materials. We're seeking a Lead Composites Engineer to spearhead the development of their chemical recycling technology, a breakthrough in resin removal and fibre recovery.

This is a hands-on, autonomous role where you'll shape fibre processing strategy, lead pilot plant development, and manage high-impact projects across aerospace, defence, automotive, and renewables.

What you'll do:

Develop new products using recovered fibres (carbon, aramid, UHMWPE, glass)
Prototype parts and benchmark fibre performance
Lead internal and external projects using structured delivery tools
Contribute to grant proposals and technical scoping
What we're looking for:

Strong knowledge of carbon fibre manufacturing or composites recycling
Hands-on experience with fibre samples and prototyping
Project management skills (Gantt, critical path, Scrum)
Bonus: CAD, LCA, or formal PM certification
Join us in building a circular future for advanced materials. Apply now and be the first technical hire in this exciting domain