Glass Research Engineer
Core
Lead plant-scale trials and commercialization to improve glass manufacturing performance, efficiency, yield, and cost competitiveness while developing new formulations.
Role type
Senior Glass Technology Engineer (R&D & Operations)
Builds
Industrial glass products, optimized batch processes, and new glass formulations
Domain
Materials Science / Industrial Manufacturing
Required skills
Glass chemistry, Batch process optimization, Statistical process control (SPC), Furnace operations, Raw material utilization, Data-driven analysis, Root cause diagnosis, Project leadership
Preferred skills
Master's/PhD in Materials Science, Bulk material conveying systems, Fiber forming processes, Process control systems, Mineral processing, Computer-based modeling
Technologies
Analytical laboratory techniques, Control charts, Gage capability studies, Data mining
Responsibilities
Lead plant-scale trials and commercialization efforts; Establish and maintain statistical process control (SPC) methodologies; Drive reductions in raw material and process variability; Develop technical strategies for raw materials; Utilize advanced analytical capabilities to diagnose manufacturing issues; Partner with plant operations to resolve technical challenges; Provide onsite support during startup and commissioning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with cross-functional leadership