Development Scientist

At Guardian Industries, we create products that shape the very landscape of our cities and towns. From commercial to residential, Guardian helps the world see what is possible through coated glass products. At Guardian R&D, we create products that shape the very landscape of our cities and towns.

Guardian is searching for the newest member of our Research & Development group as a Development Scientist. This position is located at our Glass Technology & Development Center in Carleton, MI (greater Detroit, MI area). The selected individual is responsible for developing products and technologies that reduce energy consumption, improve comfort to offices and homes, and help make buildings beautiful. The ideal candidate is an organized professional with excellent analytical and communication skills. Additionally, the Development Scientist will join the team as an individual contributor with upside to expand into leadership responsibilities and advance a team toward a common vision.

Join our team and apply your technical skills and passion to balance a complex array of opportunities in Guardian’s global portfolio. Come grow with us!

What You Will Do

Developing and launching new thin film and other coated products/technologiesCreating, maintaining, and communicating Development Plans to ensure a shared understanding between facilities, capabilities, and the Innovation team.Serving as a leader in change management when new products are launched or transferred globally. Ensure the best knowledge is understood and shared to build skills and understanding in our teams.Serving as a Technical SME to Guardian’s production Coating teams to troubleshoot process or product issues in facilities with regards to new or transferred products.Seek opportunities to learn from the market and bring outside perceptions, best practices and opportunities that will improve Guardian’s products for our customers. Understanding and applying a structured review of our product launches through the utilization of Stage Gate methodologyAdvancing/deepening the underlying knowledge of our products and production processesClearly presenting and communicating ideas, concepts, and plans across multiple levelsWorking in multi-cultural and functional teams globallyCollaborating in a matrixed organization working with Global Operations on new product launches and product transfers.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Science, Engineering, Physics or related disciplines Experience applying thin film optical materials and thin film surface characterization techniques (i.e. Auger, XPS, SEM, and XRD)Experience with experimental design and statistics Previous leadership experience or willingness to grow into a leadership role

What Will Put You Ahead

Master’s or PhD in Materials Science, Engineering, or Physics Two (2) or more years’ experience in Optical Thin Film and vacuum related technologies focusing on reactive magnetron sputtering processExperience with on-line characterization tools such as Zeiss, DTMs (Digital Transmission Monitoring), RGA (Residual Gas Analyzer) and coating inspection systems such as Dr. Schenk or ISRA VisionExperience using QC Lab equipment including Profilometer, Hunter Pro, Perkin Elmer, chemical and optical coatings durability testingExperience conducting design and process failure modes and effects analysisExperience contributing to complex projects, analyze problems, and developing corrective actionsExperience and/or proven knowledge of the Stage Gate processExperience with thin film optical coating and associated tools (TF Calc, Optilayer, Essential McLeod, Ellipsometer or other thin film modeling packages)

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Guardian Glass is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of float, value-added and fabricated glass products and solutions. We produce high-performance glass for architectural, residential, interior, transportation and technical glass applications. You’ll find our glass in homes, offices and cars and in some of the world’s most iconic projects.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please visit the following website for additional information: http://www.kochcareers.com/doc/Everify.pdf