Remote Specialty Glassblower: Custom Lab Equipment Designer

Remotebridge; United States; Remote; USD 55,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Remotebridge is seeking a Scientific Glassblower (Custom Laboratory Glass Shop) to support a remote, contract-based project. The role focuses on interpreting customer sketches to create precise, manufacturable glassware using borosilicate and quartz, with emphasis on wall thickness, stress points, and durable seals.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in university or corporate glass shops, expertise in lathe and bench techniques, and strong communication to discuss design choices

Qualifications

• Experience in a university or company glass shop fabricating lab glassware.
• Proficiency with lathe & bench glassworking in borosilicate and quartz.
• Ability to interpret technical sketches into buildable designs.
• Experience selecting annealing schedules for glass assemblies.
• Knowledge of glass-to-metal or graded seals and joint configurations.
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical feedback.

Responsibilities

• Review customer sketches to determine manufacturability, noting wall thickness and stress points.
• Provide technical guidance for lathe and bench operations in borosilicate and quartz.
• Advise on glass-to-metal or graded seal formation and joint configurations.
• Recommend and document annealing schedules for different glass types.
• Inspect designs for manufacturability and performance improvements.
• Develop accurate quotations based on complexity and materials.
• Provide clear written and verbal feedback on risks and alternatives.

Skills

Glass fabrication

Lathe & bench work

Reading sketches

Annealing schedules

Seal design

Stress analysis

Glass-to-metal seals

Job description

Remotebridge is seeking a Scientific Glassblower (Custom Laboratory Glass Shop) to support a remote, contract-based project. The role focuses on interpreting customer sketches to create precise, manufacturable glassware using borosilicate and quartz, with emphasis on wall thickness, stress points, and durable seals.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in university or corporate glass shops, expertise in lathe and bench techniques, and strong communication to discuss design choices