ABOUT THE BRAND:
Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.
Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!
By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour (“WGT”). “Modern Golf” is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf. For more information, please visithttps://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com
How you'll make an impact:
Callaway Golf is seeking an Advanced Materials Manager to lead a highly specialized materials innovation team within our golf ball R&D department. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for managing and mentoring materials engineers, driving cutting-edge research into new materials, polymers, and processing techniques that directly impact golf ball performance.
This position offers a unique opportunity to reshape and expand the team’s capabilities, bringing fresh perspectives to a high-impact area of our business. You will play a critical role in developing next-generation materials, collaborating with top-tier material suppliers, and working cross-functionally with product development, research, and engineering teams to integrate innovative material solutions into our designs.
Success in this role requires deep expertise in materials science, particularly in polymers and their application to product performance, along with the ability to translate laboratory discoveries into scalable manufacturing solutions. We are looking for a highly collaborative leader who can drive technical direction while fostering a team culture of innovation, exploration, and problem-solving.
If you have a background in aerospace, printing, advanced manufacturing, or a related field, and thrive on pushing the boundaries of material science, this is your chance to make a lasting impact on the future of golf ball technology!
Responsibilities:
- Lead a technical team through the exploration of new materials and the influence on processes and designs that lead to innovative technologies related to golf ball.
- Promote the learning mindset with fundamental understanding materials research that drive our project objectives.
- Utilize the entire Callaway capability to help generate new insights that can define our new materials approach and goals.
- Develop innovation, product and people strategies to support business objectives.
- Collaborate closely with other teams to support design and manufacturing implementation.
- Lead capital projects focused on research and innovation as it pertains to golf ball development, and provide guidance in the selection of vendors, including visits to potential suppliers as required.
- Contribute to overall department planning, priorities and foster teamwork.
- Develop goals and measures in order to support team objectives and manage resources so progress aligns with key milestones.
- Manage innovation calendar and align with various departments to meet future technical objectives. .
- High level of engagement within the RD team and departments across the business.
- Seek and advise R&D Leadership of new intellectual property opportunities.
- Meet with personnel to review progress on projects, assign new projects and reprioritize existing projects as needed.
- Provide appropriate feedback to individuals on an on-going basis to manage performance, and also conduct annual performance reviews, goal setting, and tracking.
What we're looking for:
- Ability to manage cross-functional technical teams, individual contributors and align around key objectives.
- Strong interpersonal effectiveness, project management and data-based decision making.
- In-depth understanding of polymer science, material properties and how these properties influence performance and processing limitations.
- Working knowledge of material measurement and analysis including: RPA, DSC, DMA, tensile and modulus, TGA, Split-Hopkinson
- Detailed understanding of golf ball manufacturing including rubber processing, injection molding, and finishing operations.
- Detailed understanding of golf ball performance metrics and durability evaluation methods.
- Detailed understanding of the patent process and intellectual property analysis.
- Experience with experimental design, execution and analyzing results to generate conclusions.
- Ability to work beyond functional boundaries to identify opportunities, develop and implement solutions to improve company performance.
- Strong statistical skills and understanding with knowledge of basic DOE, SPC, and basic problem-solving tools, including Six-Sigma. Ability to analyze and present complex data in clear and efficient manner.
- Working knowledge of the following: Microsoft-Project/Powerpoint/Excel, Matlab, Python, FEA software( LS Dyna), CAD software(Siemens NX)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including presentations and public speaking.
- Self-starter that takes the initiative to start, generate team buy-in and successfully complete assignments without direct supervision.
- Must be able to work on assignments that are highly complex in nature where considerable knowledge and independent action is required in resolving problems and making recommendations.
- Considers and understands financial impact of decisions.
- Good knowledge of customer base, including influencers and retailers, and consumers. General understanding of the global golf markets, preferences and trends.
Your Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in an technical discipline (materials engineering, chemical, etc.) from a four-year college or university.
- Advanced degree in engineering discipline preferred
- Minimum 7 years total experience in materials science is required, with a strong focus on polymers, material properties, and their application to product development.
- Minimum 2 years experience as a Manager or in a similar role with direct supervisory or managerial experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)
- Since this is a leadership position this is an in-office role with some flexibility to work from home
- Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.
- Occasionally required to lift up to 30 lbs
- Occasionally exposed to a noisy environment
- Occasionally exposed to chemicals
- Occasionally required to travel
DISCLAIMER
This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this position description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees. Distribution of this item outside of the Company without an authorized release is a violation of Company policy.
Community Giving:
Callaway Golf is passionate about making a Difference Where we Live and Work. We don't just work here; we live, play, and are integral members of the San Diego County community. Inspired by our late Founder, Ely Callaway, Callaway Golf is committed to more than just crafting exceptional golf equipment—we're dedicated to building vibrant communities and positively impacting the lives of our neighbors, particularly those in need. The Callaway Golf Company Foundation and the Callaway Golf Company Employee Community Giving Program are two key initiatives through which we strive to make a difference.
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Inclusion & Diversity:As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.
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130,700.00 - 163,500.00 - 196,300.00 USD Annual
