The R&D Process Engineer plays a pivotal role in spearheading all research and development endeavors pertaining to membrane manufacturing and its associated processes. This position serves as the crucial bridge between R&D initiatives and plant operations, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. Responsibilities include developing technical design specifications for equipment, formulating processing protocols, providing invaluable process support to manufacturing facilities, and contributing to the design and commissioning of process equipment. The R&D Process Engineer is also instrumental in crafting ACE justifications, leveraging robust process engineering methodologies across various material disciplines such as thermoplastics and thermosets. Collaboration with chemists, engineers, and technically adept personnel is essential, operating within the overarching guidance of the Director of Membrane Process R&D.
Essential Duties:
- Lead the development and maintenance of manufacturing and process specifications for supported products. Products include: thermoplastic, thermoset membrane, and associated accessories.
- Assist with equipment/line installs and start-ups associated with capital equipment projects
- Work with all applicable CCM functions (Manufacturing, Engineering, Purchasing, etc.) to define project priorities, project scope and future development directions associated with manufacturing processes
- Support the entire R&D group, by answering questions, assisting with testing, qualifying new materials, evaluating equipment or systems, or providing any other applicable assistance as needed.
- Lead task groups to investigate new methods and equipment for the manufacturing of Carlisle membrane products and recycling scrap membrane.
Requirements:
- Education: BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Plastics & Polymer Engineering, Physical Science or Mechanical Engineering minimum
- Experience: 0- 5 years of experience in the thermoplastics or rubber extrusion industry
- Equivalency -8 years of experience in the roofing industry with the last 5 years of experience with single-ply system production.
