- Soliciting input from personnel in R&D and non-R&D functions (, Sales/Marketing, Manufacturing/Operations, etc.) to jointly define project goals and performance targets for each development project
- Computational modeling (, using commercially available software packages or equivalent) of optical performance/aesthetics of coating designs, employing existing and/or new materials, to identify, refine, and optimize designs for thin film interference coatings which meet product requirements (, spectral performance requirements, aesthetic requirements, durability requirements)
- In addition to using an established suite of thin film materials, use creativity and a deep understanding of composition/structure/processing/properties relationships to develop novel thin film materials and implement them in multilayer coatings for use in architectural glazing, automotive glazing, specialty glazing, and other applications
- Characterizing optical properties (, refractive index, extinction coefficient) of thin film materials using spectroscopic ellipsometry and other optical techniques
- Conducting experiments in a laboratory environment, and in a production plant environment as needed, pursuant to the invention, development, and commercialization of new materials/coatings/technologies/products/processes
- Analysis/interpretation of data
- Summary of results/conclusions
- Documentation of results
- Communication of results/conclusions in meetings and/or presentations to stakeholders including personnel within R&D, executive-level stakeholders, and personnel in other functions (, Sales/Marketing, Manufacturing/Operations, Quality Assurance, Technical Services, etc.)
- Scale-up/transfer of coatings onto production coaters in Vitro's manufacturing plants
- Working as a member of a diverse team, comprising R&D personnel (, scientists, engineers, engineering specialists, and technicians) and non-R&D personnel as enumerated above, pursuant to the job responsibilities/tasks/activities as described above
- Most work will be conducted in a laboratory environment and in an office environment, but some work in a manufacturing environment (, at a Vitro factory/manufacturing plant) will be required from time to time
- Frequency of travel varies and is dependent upon what is required to advance any given R&D project. Up to about 25% travel (averaged over < 12 months) may be required at times, but this is an estimated upper limit. Travel usually averages substantially lower than 25% on an annual basis
- During travel and while working at Vitro plants or similar environments, travel and/or work during some portion of weekend/evening hours is sometimes required
- Physics/chemistry of condensed matter (, solid-state physics or solid-state chemistry), including deep fundamental knowledge of, experience in, and creativity in, tailoring composition and structure of materials, and/or developing/optimizing deposition processes, to achieve targeted properties/performance (, optical, electronic, mechanical, chemical/environmental properties/performance) of such materials
- Physics/chemistry/materials science of thin films (, thin film nucleation and growth; microstructure of thin films; optical, electrical/electronic structure, mechanical, tribological, thermodynamic, and/or chemical properties of thin films)
- Optical physics of thin films (, optical thin film interference filters)
- Design of multilayer thin film optical coatings using optical modeling software (, Essential Macleod, OptiLayer, FilmStar, TFCalc, or equivalent)
- Optical characterization of thin film coatings using spectroscopic ellipsometry
- Vacuum-based vapor-phase thin-film coating deposition processes (, sputter deposition, etc.)
- Technology and hardware of high-vacuum systems, especially vacuum-based thin-film coating deposition systems
- Surface analysis and materials characterization techniques, especially thin-film characterization
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- Computational physics/chemistry/materials science (, ab initio computational methods such as modeling of electronic band structures using software tools based on Density Functional Theory, computational modeling using finite difference time domain techniques or finite element modeling techniques, etc.)
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R&D Thin Film Coatings Scientist, Vacuum Coatings Prod. Dev. Group - Cheswick, United States - Vitro
Description
Overview
Vitro is the largest glass manufacturer in the Western Hemisphere and the largest glass producer in North America. Vitro's glass products can be found in some of the most iconic vehicles on the road, in countless buildings and homes around the world, and in billions of glass containers produced every year. With more than 14,000 employees worldwide, we have expanded our global footprint and cemented our leadership role in the industries in which we operate.
At Vitro, we redefine the power of partnership to create value and innovative glass solutions for our customers and communities. Together, we will realize the full potential of glass to shape how we move, build, and live in the future.
Vitro takes active steps to protect the environment and supports several initiatives that promote protection of the environment and reduction of energy consumption in the glass manufacturing process. Our products and technologies reduce energy consumption and emissions in buildings and vehicles, and we minimize the use of natural resources in manufacturing.
Together, we have the power to make more than glass. We can make the future a brighter place for years to come.
Vitro Architectural Glass
Vitro Architectural Glass manufactures a broad range of industry-leading, energy-efficient products such as Solarban, Sungate and Starphire Ultra-Clear glasses. Throughout our storied history, collaboration and innovation have been central to our advancements. Today, the key to our success continues to lie in the strength of our partnerships. With a foundation formed on trust, teamwork and shared excitement, the possibilities for impactful innovations in glass are truly endless.
With manufacturing facilities throughout the , Vitro Architectural Glass is committed to sustainable manufacturing processes and products. Vitro also operates one of the world's largest glass research and development facilities in Pittsburgh, PA and has four residential glass fabrication plants in Canada.
Website:
The Vacuum Coatings Product Development Group at Vitro Architectural Glass Technology Center is seeking an experienced
This position is focused on research and development of thin film coatings, deposited using vacuum based vapor-phase coating deposition technologies (, sputter deposition), mainly pursuant to the development of new coated glass products for various markets including architectural glazing (,windows), automotive glazing, and specialty glazing. These coatings employ the physics of optical
interference to achieve desired spectral profiles to manage the glazing's transmission/reflection/absorption of electromagnetic radiation. In addition to designing and developing coatings that employ an established suite of materials, the candidate will use their creativity and expertise in materials science/chemistry/physics to identify, and conduct research and development of, new thin film materials and/or processes that will enable improved performance and/or new functionalities of such coatings. This position may also involve research and
development of coatings for applications in markets other than architectural glazing, automotive glazing, and specialty glazing.
Responsibilities
Plan and conduct research and development pursuant to invention of new technologies and development of new thin film materials, products, and processes, including but not necessarily limited to the following activities:
Qualifications
The candidate will have a , chemistry, materials science, or a closely related field, with a predominantly experimental focus Prior experience is preferred, preferably at least five (5) years (, some prior industrial research & development experience is strongly preferred, but may include ).
The successful candidate will have experience/expertise in one or more of the following areas, and an ability and willingness to develop expertise in other areas:
The candidate will demonstrate proven skills, and leadership potential, suitable for an industrial R&D environment, including aptitude and willingness to participate in the full product commercialization cycle comprising: (1) research, (2) development, (3) technology transfer/manufacturing scale-up, and (4) post-commercialization support.
The candidate's resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter should highlight how their skill set/expertise/experience will enable them to be successful in this role, and examples of past accomplishments that demonstrate their abilities in this regard, including a list of publications in
scientific journals and/or presentations. Candidates are welcome/encouraged to include additional materials (, copies of journal articles, slide decks/videos from presentations, etc.) that further exemplify the applicant's past accomplishments and skill set.
The position will be based at the Vitro Glass Technology Center located in the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania metropolitan area, but some travel is required to execute the duties of the position.
