Specialist Recruitment for Advanced Materials & Engineering Markets

Supporting medium to senior-level technical, commercial and operational hires across textiles, engineered fabrics, composites and advanced materials.

About The Source Technical

I’m Catherine Rynham, Recruitment Director at The Source Technical.

I specialise in supporting businesses across textiles, engineered fabrics, composites and advanced materials, helping them secure the technical, commercial and operational talent needed to grow and compete in complex markets.

With a global network of over 28,000 connections, I work with both SMEs and established organisations across the UK, Europe, US and Middle East.

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Professionals in my global network
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Years recruiting in advanced materials
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Sectors covered across UK, Europe, US & Middle East
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Focus on advanced materials and engineering — no other verticals

Industries We Support

We partner with high-growth, engineering-led businesses operating at the forefront of advanced manufacturing, materials and technology.

Aerospace, Space &
Defence

Supporting OEMs and supply chain partners across aircraft, UAVs, space systems and defence manufacturing.

Advanced Materials & Composites

Working with companies developing and manufacturing high-performance materials, including composites, polymers, coatings and engineered fabrics.

Advanced Manufacturing & Precision Engineering

Partnering with businesses specialising in CNC machining, machine tools, automation and high-spec production environments.

CleanTech & Energy

Supporting organisations across renewable energy, nuclear, energy storage and sustainable manufacturing technologies.

Automotive & Future Mobility

Working with OEMs and innovative suppliers across EV, lightweight structures and next-generation mobility solutions.

How I Support Clients

Targeted Search

Focused recruitment aligned to your specific requirements and market

Specialist Network

Access to a global network of over 28,000 professionals across niche sectors

Consultative Approach

Consultative Approach Clear understanding of your business, product and hiring needs

Quality Delivery

Selective shortlist of relevant, well-matched candidates

Looking to Hire?

Whether you have an immediate requirement or are planning ahead, I’m always happy to discuss your hiring needs.

How I Work

1
Brief
We start with a detailed conversation about the role, the team and what the right hire looks like for your business.
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Search
I identify candidates through my network and direct approaches — reaching professionals who aren't actively looking.
3
Shortlist
You receive a small, well-qualified shortlist. Every candidate has been screened and interviewed by me first.
4
Placement
I manage the offer process and stay in touch after the hire lands to make sure it works for both sides.

What Clients Say

Frequently Asked Question

We specialise in recruitment across advanced materials and engineering sectors, including textiles, engineered fabrics, composites, and technical manufacturing.

We focus on medium to senior-level positions across technical, commercial, and operational functions, including leadership and specialist engineering roles.

Our approach is highly targeted and consultative, prioritising quality over quantity, with a deep understanding of niche markets and access to a strong global network.

Yes, we support hiring across the UK, Europe, the United States, and the Middle East through a global network of over 28,000 professionals.

We offer executive search, specialist recruitment, retained search, and contingent recruitment, tailored to different hiring needs and business requirements.