Senior R&D Process Engineer

Carlisle Construction Materials; Sikeston (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Construction Materials seeks a Senior R&D Process Engineer to lead capital projects from concept through commissioning in our polyiso insulation manufacturing operations. You will drive process optimization, standardization, and Lean Six Sigma initiatives across multiple facilities.

As a technical leader, you will mentor engineering talent, establish enterprise standards, and partner with Operations, R&D, Maintenance, Quality, EH&S, and Supply Chain to deliver innovative manufacturing

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering (or closely related discipline).
• 10+ years of engineering experience in capital projects.
• Experience in polyiso insulation or chemical processing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Drive process optimization, manufacturing standardization, and continuous improvement across facilities.
• Provide engineering expertise across mechanical, electrical, and process systems.
• Mentor engineering talent and develop enterprise engineering standards.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Pumps

Valves

Flow meters

Switches

Heat exchangers

P&ID (P&ID)

Education

BS in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior R&D Process Engineer that will play a key role in advancing our polyiso insulation manufacturing operations. In this senior technical leadership position, you'll lead complex capital projects from concept through commissioning while driving process optimization, manufacturing standardization, and continuous improvement across multiple facilities.

You'll provide engineering expertise in mechanical, electrical, and process systems, supporting equipment upgrades, capacity expansions, commercialization, automation, and reliability initiatives. As a recognized technical leader, you'll establish best practices for foam lamination, chemical metering, materials handling, mixing, and process control while partnering with Operations, R&D, Maintenance, Quality, EH&S, and Supply Chain to deliver innovative manufacturing solutions.

Success in this role requires strong project management skills, the ability to lead cross-functional teams, and a passion for solving complex manufacturing challenges using data-driven decision-making and Lean Six Sigma principles. You'll also mentor engineering talent, develop enterprise engineering standards, and ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or closely related discipline
• Experienced and demonstrated expertise in pumps, valves, flow meters, switches, heat exchangers and process and instrumentation diagrams
• 10+ years of engineering experience in capital projects, polyiso insulation, chemical processing, or similar manufacturing environments