R&D Technician - Process Engineering & Process Control

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 U.S. and Mexico, 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.

For more information, visit our Website:  www.vitroglazings.com  

R&D Technician - Process Engineering and Process Control Department Postion Details: 

This position will be located at the Vitro Glass Technology Cienter in Harmar, PA (near Pittsburgh, PA).  

The R&D Technician role will execute experiments in support of R&D or non-R&D customers.  The primary location for this role will be in the laboratory environment at Vitro Glass Technology Center. The incumbent may also be required to travel to various manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico to provide support.

• Design, program, and test automation and instrumentation system
• Support onsite and/or offsite instrumentation system installation, tuning, and debugging·        
• Process and analyze experimental data following guidance
• Communicate with vendors to seek opportunities for improvement and innovation
• Compile research findings in reports and presentations

The primary location for this role will be in the laboratory environment at Vitro Glass Technology Center. The incumbent may also be required to travel to various manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico to provide support.

• BS Degree, in Engineering, Technology or Scientific Discipline Required (Physics, Chemistry, Electrical, Mechanical, Material Science, etc.)
• Hands-on mechanical and electrical experience with instrument setup and/or design
• Experience in using CAD software to create detailed engineering drawings
• Programming knowledge in at least one language, e.g., C++, C#, Python, etc.
• Attention to detail, documentation, planning and organization 
• Written and Verbal communication skills 
• Adherence to safe work practices in compliance with all environmental, health, safety, and security protocol 
• Ability to work both autonomously and in team settings 
• Aptitude and willingness to continue to learn and expand upon skill set 
• Flexibility to participate in other duties, as assigned 

Additional preferred (but not required):

• Programming skills in industrial PLC and HMI
• Knowledge of flat glass and vacuum coating manufacturing processes
• Fluency in Spanish