Associate R&D Insulation Engineer

RadNet, Inc.; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) is the market leader in polyiso insulation, seeking an Associate R&D Engineer – Insulation to join our Research & Development team. You will design and execute laboratory experiments, evaluate raw materials, and advance foam formulations from concept through commercialization.

Working alongside experienced scientists, you will gain hands-on experience in polymer chemistry, foam kinetics, structure–property relationships, and building science while making

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or related field (Master's or Ph.D. preferred).
• 5+ years of R&D experience or Ph.D. graduate with relevant research.
• Knowledge of polymer chemistry, polyurethane/polyisocyanurate formulations, and lab characterization techniques.
• Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and technical reporting.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute laboratory experiments to develop insulation products.
• Evaluate new raw materials and advance polyiso foam formulations from concept to commercialization.
• Perform laboratory testing using FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, and mechanical testing; analyze data.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement) to solve technical challenges and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Polymer chemistry

Lab testing

Experiment design

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related

Master's or Ph.D. preferred

Tools

FTIR

DSC

TGA

DMA

Job description

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) is the market leader in polyisocyanurate (polyiso) rigid foam insulation, developing innovative building envelope solutions that protect the places where people work, learn, heal, and live. We're seeking an Associate R&D Engineer – Insulation to join our growing Research & Development team and help shape the next generation of high-performance insulation products.

In this role, you'll contribute to the development of Carlisle's industry-leading product lines by designing and executing laboratory experiments, evaluating new raw materials, and advancing polyiso foam formulations from concept through commercialization. Working alongside experienced scientists and engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience in polymer chemistry, foam reaction kinetics, structure-property relationships, continuous lamination, and building science while making meaningful contributions to innovative product development.

You'll perform laboratory testing using techniques such as FTIR, DSC, TGA, DMA, and mechanical testing, analyze experimental data, support manufacturing and formulation optimization, and participate in plant trials that bring new products to market. You'll also collaborate with cross-functional teams across R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and Procurement to solve technical challenges, improve product performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related engineering discipline (Master's or Ph.D. preferred)
• 5+ years of R&D experience or recent Ph.D. graduate with relevant research
• Knowledge of polymer chemistry, polyurethane/polyisocyanurate formulations, and laboratory characterization techniques
• Experience with experimental design, statistical analysis, and technical reporting
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

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