Building Science Manager

Tesa Tape inc • Sparta, MI

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Building Science Manager will lead the tesa North America Air & Waterproofing (AWP) strategic transformation from a component adhesive supplier to an industry building-science-driven system partner by establishing the company as a technical authority in building envelope performance, ensuring all products and system solutions are spec-defensible, field-defensible, and differentiated, while serving as the central link between R&D/Product Development, Specification/Technical Marketing, and Commercial/Key Account teams, and ultimately leading a team that includes Code Compliance and Technical Installation/Field Specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Materials Science, or related field or equivalent experience
• Deep understanding of: Building envelope systems (WRB, air barrier, flashing, roofing)
• Deep understanding of: Moisture management, air control, and durability principles
• 7–12+ years in building envelope / facade systems / waterproofing / air barrier systems or related construction materials industry
• Experience with all relevant standards including AAMA 711 (flashing durability), AC38 (WRB and air barrier acceptance criteria) and ASTM testing frameworks for adhesion, durability, and system performance
• Up to 40% travel domestically
• Valid license and passport required

Responsibilities

• Lead tesa North America Building Science Strategy - translate industry standards into technical advantage
• Own System Performance & Qualifications - develop and implement qualifications gates such as durability, resistance, assembly and temperature performance
• Drive Performance Philosophy - define performance basis for all aspects of technical requirements for system solutions
• Enable System Selling & Specification Wins - create spec-read documentation and architect/consultant language
• Customer & Partner Engagement - technical expert for tesa partners and key accounts
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior