Application & Product Testing Manager (FOAMGLAS Building Systems)
Owens Corning Tessenderlo, Limburg, Belgium
Wholesale Building Materials · 10,001+ employees
About the role
The role involves planning and executing laboratory tests to validate insulation products and systems while ensuring accurate quality control. You will interpret test results to provide actionable technical recommendations and support product development and customer inquiries.
What they look for
Requirements
A Master's degree in engineering, construction, or civil engineering is required, though a Bachelor's degree with relevant experience may be considered. Candidates must possess strong analytical skills, a hands-on approach to laboratory work, and proficiency in both English and Dutch.
Full description
Location: Tessenderlo, Belgium
About the position
Join us in making the world a better place by reducing energy consumption and CO2 emissions. FOAMGLAS develops high-performance insulation products and systems for building applications, supported by structured product research, system validation and application-oriented testing.
We are looking for a Product and Systems Researcher who will report to the Technical Director FOAMGLAS Building Business. You will support FOAMGLAS product and system development through testing, quality control, test procedure development, planning, reporting, and application-oriented research.
This is a pivotal hands-on role combining theoretical engineering knowledge with practical laboratory and field-oriented work. You will test FOAMGLAS products, promoted third-party products and complete insulation systems, interpret results, prepare clear technical reports and translate findings into practical recommendations for products, systems, installation guidance and customer support.
What does success look like?
- Plan, prepare, execute and document laboratory tests safely, accurately and efficiently, based on project priorities, required methods and available equipment.
- Deliver reliable chemical, physicochemical and mechanical evaluations of products, components and complete system build-ups, including quality control testing.
- Interpret results and translate findings into clear, reliable, and actionable reports that support product, system, and application decisions.
- Develop and continuously improve test procedures in coordination with standards and certification managers, while maintaining accurate test records and structured research files.
- Convert job-site challenges and project-specific questions into relevant laboratory or mock-up test setups, supporting recommendations, troubleshooting and claims investigations.
Skills and capabilities necessary to succeed
- A theoretical and analytical mindset combined with a practical, hands-on attitude and willingness to work directly with products, samples, test setups and laboratory equipment.
- An accurate, structured, and plan-driven approach to preparing, executing and documenting tests, with strong safety awareness and respect for laboratory discipline.
- Ability to interpret test results, draw sound conclusions, and communicate findings in clear technical reports and practical recommendations.
- Curious, critical and proactive approach, with the confidence to challenge results constructively while remaining pragmatic and solution oriented.
- Flexible and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with technical, product development, application, quality, operations, purchasing, standards and certification stakeholders.
- Market-oriented, application-oriented, and customer-oriented mindset, linking research findings to practical system performance and continuous improvement.
Business requirements
- Master's degree in engineering sciences, preferably in construction, building engineering or civil engineering. A bachelor's degree may be acceptable when combined with relevant experience and strong practical capability.
- Experience and/or strong interest in applied scientific research, product testing, system testing, or laboratory work, with the technical ability to understand materials, building applications, and insulation systems.
- Solid working knowledge of English and Dutch, both spoken and written. Additional languages are considered an asset.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to work with laboratory, documentation and reporting systems.
- Location: On site in Tessenderlo, Belgium. Occasional external testing or investigations may involve travel in Belgium or abroad.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
