- Review and analyze customer sketches to determine manufacturability, focusing on design integrity.
- Construct technical guidance for lathe and bench operations in borosilicate and quartz.
- Advise on best practices for glass-to-metal or graded seal formation.
- Recommend and document appropriate annealing schedules for stress reduction.
- Inspect proposed designs for potential challenges and suggest improvements.
- Develop accurate, detailed quotations based on complexity and material requirements.
- Deliver explicit written and verbal feedback on project risks and alternative approaches.
Requirements
- Extensive hands‑on experience in a scientific glass shop, fabricating custom laboratory glass apparatus.
- Expert proficiency with lathe and bench glassworking techniques in borosilicate and quartz.
- Strong background in interpreting technical sketches and translating them into buildable designs.
- Demonstrated ability to recommend and execute appropriate annealing schedules.
- Familiarity with stress analysis and optimizing joint and seal configurations.
- Proven skill in producing high-quality glass‑to‑metal or graded seals.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities in technical contexts.