Materials Engineer, Glass

PPG Industries, Inc; Durham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Materials Glass Engineer to enhance glass development and production processes. In this hands-on role, you will leverage your expertise in materials science to troubleshoot production challenges and operate advanced laboratory equipment. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and innovation of glass products, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. If you are passionate about materials engineering and eager to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science or Ceramic Engineering required.
• Experience in laboratory settings and product development is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot glass strengthening and bending production issues.
• Operate laboratory equipment and conduct physical and chemical tests.

Skills

Laboratory Equipment Operation

Glass Strengthening

Chemical Testing

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science

Master's Degree in Materials Science

Tools

TGA

DSC

XRF

FTIR

ICP-MS

Job description

As the Materials Glass Engineer, you will support the development of new glasses as well as glass strengthening and bending process improvement. You will perform both physical and chemical tests on products and development materials. This is an onsite role at our Huntsville, AL, facility. You will report to the Materials Technology Manager.

Key Responsibilities

1. Troubleshoot problems related to glass strengthening and bending production.
2. Operate various laboratory equipment, including analytical instruments such as TGA, DSC, XRF, FTIR, ICP-MS.

Record data on manual or computerized systems, interpret and communicate test results, and inform management of non-conforming materials or products. Ensure laboratory safety procedures are followed, participate in 5S activities, and comply with health, safety, and environmental requirements. Conduct glass melt/preparation, chemical characterization, and physical property testing (hardness, light transmittance, stress profile, viscosity).

Qualifications

• Must be a US Person.
• Bachelor's Degree in Materials Science or Ceramic Engineering; Master's preferred.
• Coursework in glass and/or ceramics.
• At least 1 year of academic or industrial laboratory experience.
• Experience in product development is helpful.
• Knowledge of characterization equipment such as UV-Vis-NIR spectrophotometer, FTIR, ICP-MS, XRF, and mechanical testing is advantageous.