Polyiso Applications Engineer – Building Envelope Solutions

Owens Corning; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking an Application Engineer in Columbus, OH to transform technical knowledge into customer value in polyiso insulation and building envelope applications. You will lead customer-facing technical work, support product qualifications, and collaborate with Sales and R&D to drive growth across North America.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, and delivering actionable product recommendations to customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical field.
• 7+ years of experience in building materials, insulation, polyiso, roofing, gypsum, composites, or related industries.
• Experience in customer-facing technical roles and cross-functional project leadership.
• Experience leading product qualifications, plant trials, and customer-driven development projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary technical contact for Nonwovens customers across polyiso insulation, roofing, gypsum, and related building envelope applications.
• Develop understanding of customer manufacturing processes and product requirements; support qualifications and trials.
• Collaborate with commercial teams to develop product and market strategies and coordinate trials with R&D.
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and customer value.

Skills

Customer-facing

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field

Job description

Owens Corning is seeking an Application Engineer in Columbus, OH to transform technical knowledge into customer value in polyiso insulation and building envelope applications. You will lead customer-facing technical work, support product qualifications, and collaborate with Sales and R&D to drive growth across North America.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process optimization, and delivering actionable product recommendations to customers and internal teams.