Research Engineer
Apply NowCompany: PPG Industries
Location: Sylmar, CA 91342
Description:
As a Research Engineer, you will lead and contribute to important R&D projects for PPG Aerospace Transparencies, Specialty & Transparent Armor, and other corporate growth programs. You will focus on applying scientific principles of inorganic coatings to commercial applications, advancing technical knowledge, and developing patentable technologies. You will report to
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications:
The salary range for this role is $95,000-$115,000.
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About us:
Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday - everyday.
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead R&D projects supporting Aerospace Transparencies and other strategic programs
- Promote innovation in thin film coatings and contribute to patentable technology development
- Collaborate across S&T, design, and production teams to implement new technologies and resolve manufacturing issues
- Support production with troubleshooting and transitioning new materials/processes into operations
- Be a technical liaison for coating process improvements, ensuring safety, quality, and profitability goals are met
- Present research results through technical papers to partners
- Maintain accurate documentation, perform materials analysis, and ensure equipment calibration and upkeep
- Lead Product Development Team (PDT) technical reviews and management gate reviews
- Participate in safety and quality improvement plans
- Develop and implement new or substitute materials and processes
- Coordinate the transition of materials from R&D to manufacturing
- Perform QC testing and ensure compliance with specifications and ASTM standards
- Maintain laboratory best practices, documentation, and SharePoint databases
- Support EH&S compliance and perform routine 5S and housekeeping activities
- Provide technical support to internal and external customers
Qualifications:
- PhD or MS in Physics, Materials Science, or Engineering with at least 1 year of relevant experience
- Experience with thin film coatings and sputtering conductive metals/oxides
- Knowledge of vacuum coating systems, PLCs, and chamber components
- Proficiency with SEM, FTIR, spectrophotometry, and profilometry
- Commitment to lab safety and familiarity with 6S practices
- Collaborate with program managers, engineers, and teams
The salary range for this role is $95,000-$115,000.
#LI-onsite
About us:
Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.
The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday - everyday.
PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.
PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.