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/technologies



* Creating, 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 methodology

Advancing/deepening the underlying knowledge of our products and production processes

Clearly presenting and communicating ideas, concepts, and plans across multiple levels

Working in multi-cultural and functional teams globally


* Collaborating 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' experie...