Sr. R&D Engineer — Fiber Insulation

Carlisle; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) delivers building envelope solutions that control water, air, vapor, and energy. As Sr. R&D Engineer, you will set the technical direction for recycled cotton fiber insulation across multiple product lines and plants.

You will own new product introductions from concept to commercialization, lead pilot and full-scale trials, and mentor engineers while supporting senior leadership to drive innovation and performance.

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Materials, Polymer, or related engineering field.
• Deep expertise in recycled-textile fiber opening, blending, needle-punched or thermally bonded batt manufacturing, borate fire retardant application, and cotton/binder-fiber web formation
• Proven enterprise leadership, including cross-site standardization and major capital programs

Responsibilities

• Set technical direction for engineering analysis, testing, and product design standards across product lines and plants
• Own new product introductions from concept to commercialization using Stage-Gate, guided by voice of the customer
• Design and scale up fiber opening, conditioning, blending, and web-forming systems, and lead pilot and full-scale trials
• Improve fiber dispersion, weight uniformity, loft, and thermal and acoustic performance through structured experimentation
• Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI/ML design optimization, simulation, digital twins, automation, and advanced sensing
• Standardize manufacturing and quality systems across plants, and lead technical reviews of capital investments
• Drive cost reduction and value engineering without compromising performance
• Champion COS and Lean Six Sigma, mentor engineers, and advise senior leadership

Skills

Fiber processing

Leadership

Education

BS in Chemical, Materials, Polymer, or related engineering field

Job description

• Job Code - Job Title: RDEN07 - Sr. R&D Engineer

Company Description

Carlisle Companies is a leading manufacturer of building envelope products and solutions that make buildings more energy efficient, durable, and sustainable.

We deliver roofing, insulation, waterproofing, and architectural systems for commercial and residential projects using a focus on innovation and continuous improvement to solve today's challenges.

We're equally committed to our people, prioritizing safety, inclusion, career growth development, tuition assistance, and excellent benefits.

With manufacturing, engineering, R&D, and corporate functions across North America and globally, Carlisle offers stability, agility, and opportunity in a performance-driven culture. Do meaningful work and shape the future of building solutions;

Our Culture & Values
At Carlisle, our culture is grounded in a shared commitment to our core values: Start with Safety, Focus on Customers, Act with Integrity, Pursue Excellence, Better Every Day, Drive Innovation, and Deliver Results. These values are not just words—they guide our behaviors, decisions, and actions every day. They are the foundation of our business and the reason for our continued success.

Why Carlisle?
For over 100 years, Carlisle has been building products that protect what matters. As part of CWT, you'll join a team that combines the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 company with the agility and innovation culture of a focused technology organization. We invest in our people, our science, and the future of the built environment. As a Sr. R&D Engineer, you'll set the technical direction for R&D engineering across CWT, resolve the most challenging problems, and build the organizational capabilities that ensure long-term excellence.

Job Description

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) delivers building envelope solutions that control water, air, vapor, and energy. Our Henry® UltraTouch™ Recycled Denim Insulation, an Architectural Record Product of the Year, is made from 80% post-industrial recycled denim and cotton textile waste. As Sr. R&D Engineer, you'll set the technical direction for recycled cotton fiber insulation across multiple product lines and plants.

What You'll Do

• Set technical direction for engineering analysis, testing, and product design standards across product lines and plants
• Own new product introductions from concept to commercialization using Stage-Gate, guided by voice of the customer
• Design and scale up fiber opening, conditioning, blending, and web-forming systems, and lead pilot and full-scale trials
• Improve fiber dispersion, weight uniformity, loft, and thermal and acoustic performance through structured experimentation
• Evaluate emerging technologies such as AI/ML design optimization, simulation, digital twins, automation, and advanced sensing
• Standardize manufacturing and quality systems across plants, and lead technical reviews of capital investments
• Drive cost reduction and value engineering without compromising performance
• Champion COS and Lean Six Sigma, mentor engineers, and advise senior leadership

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical, Materials, Polymer, or related engineering field
• Deep expertise in recycled-textile fiber opening, blending, needle-punched or thermally bonded batt manufacturing, borate fire retardant application, and cotton/binder-fiber web formation
• Proven enterprise leadership, including cross-site standardization and major capital programs

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Additional Information

Carlisle Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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