Lead Composites Engineer

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 has partnered with a cleantech innovator developing chemical recycling technology to recycle advanced materials. We are seeking a Lead Composites Engineer to spearhead the development of the company’s 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.

• 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

• 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

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Civil Engineering

Join us in building a circular future for advanced materials. Apply now and be the first technical hire in this exciting domain.