Sr R&D Process Engineer

Carlisle; Tooele, Northern (UT, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle is seeking a Senior R&D Process Engineer to lead capital projects and advance polyiso insulation manufacturing, driving process optimization and standards across multiple facilities.

You will provide expertise in mechanical, electrical, and process systems, mentor teams, and champion data-driven decision making and Lean Six Sigma to improve safety, cost, and reliability.

The role requires strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and delivery on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience in polyiso insulation or chemical processing.
• Capital project execution and process optimization expertise.
• Experience with foam lamination, chemical metering, and process control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex capital projects from concept through commissioning.
• Drive process optimization and manufacturing standardization.
• Mentor engineering talent and develop enterprise engineering standards.
• Collaborate with Operations, R&D, Maintenance, and Quality to deliver solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Project management

Lean Six Sigma

Data-driven decision making

Mentoring engineering talent

Education

BS or MS in Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a Senior R&D Process Engineer and 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 or MS in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 10+ years of engineering experience in polyiso insulation, chemical processing, or similar manufacturing environments
• Demonstrated expertise in capital project execution, process optimization, and manufacturing improvement
• Experience with foam lamination, chemical metering, and process engineering preferred

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