Building Science Leader - System Solutions & Durability

tesa; United States; Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

tesa is seeking a Building Science Manager in North America to lead a strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to a building-science-driven system partner. The role connects R&D, specification/technical marketing, and commercial teams, guiding a team that includes code compliance and field specialists.

You will translate industry standards into a technical advantage, develop qualification gates, and drive a building-science narrative across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Materials Science, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 7–12+ years in building envelope / facade systems / waterproofing / air barrier systems or related construction materials industry.
• Experience with AAMA711, AC38 and ASTM testing frameworks for adhesion, durability, and system performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead tesa North America Building Science Strategy and translate industry standards into technical advantage.
• Own System Performance & Qualifications by developing Gates for durability, resistance, assembly and temperature performance.
• Define a performance basis for system solutions and drive the Performance Philosophy.
• Create spec-read documentation and consultant language to enable system selling and specification wins.
• Act as the technical expert for tesa partners and key accounts and engage customers and partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building envelope systems

Moisture management

Air control

Durability principles

Standards: AAMA711, AC38, ASTM

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Architectural Eng or Materials Science

Job description

tesa is seeking a Building Science Manager in North America to lead a strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to a building-science-driven system partner. The role connects R&D, specification/technical marketing, and commercial teams, guiding a team that includes code compliance and field specialists.

You will translate industry standards into a technical advantage, develop qualification gates, and drive a building-science narrative across departments.