Advanced Scientist Thin Film

Company: Pilkington North America Inc.
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

The NSG Group is one of the world's largest manufacturers of glass and glazing products for the architectural, automotive, and technical glass sectors. Here you can feel confident that your work will make a difference throughout the globe. Being a world leader in glass, we impact millions of people's view of the world each and every day. At our core, we value embracing challenges, respecting others and unleashing their potential.Join us on our mission to change our surroundings and improve our world.The NSG (Pilkington) North American Technology Center is seeking a scientist to support development of coated glass products for architectural and automotive glazing and solar substrates. The incumbent will have a thorough understanding of electrical and optical properties of thin films in order to progress product development and achieve desired results.Primary DutiesDesign of multi-layer coatings to achieve desired optical and electrical properties.Optically model multi-layer coatings to predict properties.Investigate processing-structure-property relationship as it relates to coating electrical properties.Develop and oversee experimental plans for depositions in the CVD lab.Evaluation of coating performance characteristics of lab, trial, and production samples, including reflected and transmitted color, solar transmission, thermal emissivity, electrical resistance, adhesion, composition, etc.Interpret analysis results to provide feedback and direction to the technical or commercial teams.Collaborate with teams at the UK and Japan Technology Centers.Interact with thin film specialists from outside the NSG Group, including high technology customers and/or universities.Use statistical software (JMP) and methods for data analysis including Design of Experiments methodology, process capability, SPC, t-tests, etc.Qualifications Required:Ph.D. (or M.S. with relevant work experience) in applied physics, materials science, or a related field.Experience with thin films, preferably for semiconductor or photovoltaic applications.Experience with measurement and analysis of thin films (XRD, XPS, SEM/TEM, spectrophotometry, TOF-SIMS, AFM, etc.)Experience with statistical tools and analysisExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).Proficient in the English language (verbal and written).Ability to travel both domestically and internationally (15%).Qualifications Preferred:2 - 3 years postdoctoral or work experience in deposition and analysis of thin films.Competencies Needed for Success:Passion for Excellence - takes personal responsibility and ownership for achieving results and objectivesInnovation and Change - open to change and actively interested in new developments, technology, and emerging market trendsInfluential - simply conveys information and ideas to others, builds rapport and makes a positive and credible impactAuthority and responsibility for quality for this position is defined in the Quality Manual/local documentation and apply as appropriate.We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance.NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.EducationPreferredPhD or betterSkillsPreferredInfluentialInnovation & ChangePassion for Excellence

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