Job DescriptionCarlisle 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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