Senior R&D Process 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; apply today and come grow with us.

Job Description

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) is seeking an experienced Senior R&D Process Engineer to join our team in Carlisle, PA to help develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes that improve product quality, increase productivity, and reduce operating costs across our operations.

In this role, you'll lead complex process improvement initiatives, applying advanced analytical methods, experimental design, and Lean manufacturing principles to solve technical challenges and drive measurable business results. You'll partner closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to develop new technologies, support production, implement process controls, and lead capital and process improvement projects from concept through execution.

As a technical leader, you'll troubleshoot high-impact manufacturing issues, establish process control strategies, mentor production and engineering teams, and champion continuous improvement using Carlisle Operating System principles. You'll also leverage manufacturing data and quality systems to identify opportunities, improve process capability, and ensure consistent product performance.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science 
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within plastics, rubber, chemical, or related manufacturing industries.
• Strong knowledge of plastic compounding, extrusion, web handling, coating, winding, and manufacturing process technologies.
• Experience with quality and continuous improvement tools including SPC, DOE, Gauge R&R, DMAIC, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, influence stakeholders, and solve complex manufacturing problems.
• Strong communication, project management, and analytical skills.
• Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing process control systems is preferred.

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Additional Information

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.

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