Technology Entrepreneur - High Impact Solutions

As a Technology Entrepreneur, you will:

• Lead R&D and technology innovation initiatives, including ideation, conceptualization, proof-of-concept development, prototyping, testing, and scalability efforts.

• Scout emerging technologies and collaborate with internal and external technology partners.

• Lead and support IP protection and related documentation activities.

• Contribute to ideation, prototyping, testing, and commercialization support for solutions developed by the High Impact Solutions team.

• Execute projects from ideation to proof-of-concept using systematic, technology-driven problem-solving approaches.

• Ensure project deliverables are achieved within agreed timelines.

• Collaborate with Product Prototyping, Open Innovation HUB, and Discovery Labs to achieve defined prototype outcomes.

• Engage divisional business, innovation, and technology teams to validate concepts and support commercialization efforts.

• Source and manage suitable materials, fabrics, and trims required for development initiatives.

• Maintain ongoing engagement with novel technology developers, external testing laboratories, research institutes, and strategic partners to support current and future innovations.

• Liaise with internal service functions, including Finance and IP Analytics teams.

• Ensure compliance with the defined governance framework, upholding MAS values, company policies and procedures, best practices (where policies are undefined), and applicable laws and regulations.

• Take ownership of DHF-related documentation and technical specifications.

• Perform additional duties aligned with the role, as requested by management.

The Ideal Candidate Should Have:

• A background in Engineering (preferably in textile, apparel, or materials engineering) or a related field.

• 3-4 years of industry experience in raw material (RM) development, product creation, and product development, with a strong understanding of conventional and novel materials used in the industry, as well as processing techniques including material formation, coloration, functional finishing, and assembly.

• A passion for creating solutions and solving problems, with strong attention to detail and effective networking skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

• Strong analytical skills and a solid understanding of engineering and natural science fundamentals.

• Experience working with supply chain partners, technology providers, marketing teams, and external laboratories, while maintaining active partnerships within the ecosystem.

• Strong time management and project management skills to ensure timely delivery of work packages with expected outcomes.

• Familiarity with the fundamentals of intellectual property (IP) protection and commercialization related to products.