Essential Functions: • Design 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 Centres. • 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. • Adherence to NSG/Pilkington Standards of Business Conduct and its Values and Principles • Other duties as assigned by manager Top 3 Competencies Needed for Success in the Role: • Passion for Excellence - Challenges existing conditions by setting and achieving challenging goals & demonstrates strong commitment and accountability for results • Innovation and Change – Open to change and actively interested in new developments, technology, and emerging markets • Influential – Presents recommendations in a logical manner that are aligned with business priorities and is able to persuade stakeholders to take actions that will advance shared interests and business goals Qualifications Required: • 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 analysis • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written). • Proficient in the English language (verbal and written). • Ability to travel both domestically and internationally (15%). Qualifications Desired: • 2 – 3 years postdoctoral or work experience in deposition and analysis of thin films _________________________________________________________________ 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. _____________________________________________________________________________