R&D Process Engineer

Carlisle•Carlisle, PA

About The Position

Carlisle Companies is seeking an experienced R&D Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes that improve product quality, increase productivity, and reduce operating costs across its operations. The role leads complex process improvement initiatives using advanced analytical methods, experimental design, and Lean manufacturing principles to address technical challenges and achieve measurable business results. The engineer partners 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, the role troubleshoots high-impact manufacturing issues, establishes process control strategies, mentors production and engineering teams, and champions continuous improvement using Carlisle Operating System principles. The position also uses manufacturing data and quality systems to identify opportunities, improve process capability, and ensure consistent product performance. Approximately 70% of the time is spent in manufacturing environments observing processes, troubleshooting issues, and executing projects; approximately 30% is spent in office settings performing data analysis, reporting, and planning. Manufacturing environments may involve exposure to dust, fumes, noise, and temperature extremes, and the production environment is described as fast-paced, stressful, and demanding.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science.
At least 5 years of process engineering experience 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.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAP, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing process control systems.

Responsibilities

Develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes to improve product quality, increase productivity, and reduce operating costs.
Lead complex process improvement initiatives using advanced analytical methods, experimental design, and Lean manufacturing principles.
Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and R&D to develop new technologies and support production.
Implement process controls and lead capital and process improvement projects from concept through execution.
Troubleshoot high-impact manufacturing issues and establish process control strategies.
Mentor production and engineering teams.
Champion continuous improvement using Carlisle Operating System principles.
Use manufacturing data and quality systems to identify opportunities, improve process capability, and ensure consistent product performance.
Observe manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, and execute projects in production environments.
Perform data analysis, reporting, and planning in office settings.