How to hire a glass science engineer

How to hire a glass science engineer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step glass science engineer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a glass science engineer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new glass science engineer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a glass science engineer, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a glass science engineer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a glass science engineer that fits the bill.

   This list presents glass science engineer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Glass Science Engineer	Description	Hourly rate
   Glass Science Engineer	Materials engineers develop, process, and test materials used to create a wide range of products, from computer chips and aircraft wings to golf clubs and biomedical devices. They study the properties and structures of metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, nanomaterials (extremely small substances), and other substances to create new materials that meet certain mechanical, electrical, and chemical requirements.	$31-72
   Metallurgist	A metallurgist is responsible for producing metal items and resources to create components used for large manufacturing and industrial production. Metallurgists operate various machine tools and equipment, requiring them to have a strict adherence to the workplace's safety protocols and regulations to prevent potential hazards and operational delays... Show more	$29-55
   Materials Process Engineer	Materials Process Engineers are licensed engineers who develop different materials, usually for research or production purposes. They may create new materials derived from existing compounds and materials... Show more	$33-56

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • NVH
   • Test Results
   • Performance Metrics

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage Jenkins security by providing specific access to authorize developers/testers using project base matrix authorization strategy.
   • Build FEA models for closures and perform linear/non-linear analysis using ANSA, Abaqus and LSDyna.
   • Perform vehicle evaluation and testing, both subjective and objective, for any NVH issues as reported by the customer.
   • Conduct geotechnical and environmental subsurface investigations.
   • Determine safety of substations for BPA personnel entering sites.
   • Conduct geotechnical and environmental subsurface investigations.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your glass science engineer job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A glass science engineer salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a glass science engineer in Wisconsin may be lower than in Washington, and an entry-level glass science engineer usually earns less than a senior-level glass science engineer. Additionally, a glass science engineer with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average glass science engineer salary

   $99,881yearly

   $48.02 hourly rate

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   Entry-level glass science engineer salary

   $66,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average glass science engineer salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$119,786	$58
   2	California	$111,055	$53
   3	Arizona	$108,591	$52
   4	Minnesota	$98,449	$47
   5	Florida	$96,400	$46
   6	Utah	$96,270	$46
   7	Pennsylvania	$90,467	$43
   8	Illinois	$86,723	$42

   Average glass science engineer salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Amazon	$127,253	$61.18	47
   2	Robins Kaplan Miller & Ciresi L.L.P.	$125,995	$60.57
   3	Onyx Graphics	$115,928	$55.73
   4	Stanford University	$111,188	$53.46	12
   5	FCA US LLC	$104,684	$50.33	4
   6	FICO	$102,669	$49.36	1
   7	Alliance Data	$102,449	$49.25
   8	Corning Incorporated	$96,788	$46.53	11
   9	Johns Manville	$90,735	$43.62
   10	Saint-Gobain	$89,436	$43.00
   11	Kopp Glass	$82,019	$39.43	2

4. Writing a glass science engineer job description

   A glass science engineer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a glass science engineer job description:

   Glass science engineer job description example

   When you join Ancestry, you join a human-centered company where every person's story is important We believe that by discovering the struggles and triumphs of our past, we can foster deeper bonds and more meaningful connections among families and communities. Our talented team of scientists, engineers, genealogists, historians, and storytellers is dedicated to empowering customers around the world from all backgrounds on their journeys of personal discovery.
   
   With more than 30+ billion digitized global historical records, 125+ million family trees, and 22+ million people in our growing AncestryDNA database, Ancestry helps customers discover their family story and gain a new level of understanding about their lives. Passionate about dedicating your work to enriching people's lives? You belong at Ancestry.
   
   AncestryDNA is looking for a Data Engineer to join our Bioinformatics team. Reporting to the Bioinformatics Manager, this individual will enable our Research Scientists in the AWS cloud. The team coordinates with other teams within AncestryDNA, and teams across Ancestry. This team provides an essential role within Ancestry to support the flow of information to drive scientific innovation.
   
   What You'll Do:Streamline manual processes to improve quality, reproducibility, and access to data.Build and maintain data systems and pipelines. Harmonize and transform raw information from different sources to create consistent and machine-readable formats. Develop and test architectures that enable data extraction and transformation for predictive or prescriptive modeling
   
   Who You Are:Previous experience as a data engineer or in a similar role Technical expertise with data models, data mining, and segmentation techniques Knowledge of Python programming languages Hands-on experience with complex SQL queries and database design Experience developing interactive visualization tools to support non-technical stakeholders (e.g., RShiny, Streamlit, Tableau, web-based applications) Experienced with Spark/Hadoop experience for big data analytics
   
   Required Skills and Qualifications:Master's degree in stats, physics, computer science, or related discipline Minimum 2 year of experience with Python, SQL, and interactive data visualization/exploration tools Experience using Python to automate tasks Experience with Bash, Linux administration Communication skills, especially explaining technical concepts to non-technical business leaders Comfort working in a dynamic, research-oriented team with concurrent projects Familiarity with the AWS ecosystem Knowledge of infrastructure tools like Terraform and AWS Cloud FormationExperience working with biological data/scientistsfamiliarity with workflow orchestration tools/languages to automate tasks and deploy pipelines
   #LI-JE1 #LI-Remote (Colorado only*) Minimum salary of $75,000/year + eligible for bonus, equity, and comprehensive benefits including health, dental and vision. Read more about our benefits HERE. *Note: Disclosure as required by sb19-085(8-5-20) Additional Information: Ancestry is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizenship, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Ancestry will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. All job offers are contingent on a background check screen that complies with applicable law. For San Francisco office candidates, pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Ancestry will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Ancestry is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Ancestry via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Ancestry. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Ancestry as a result of the referral or through other means.

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right glass science engineer for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your glass science engineer job on Zippia to find and recruit glass science engineer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit glass science engineers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new glass science engineer

   Once you've decided on a perfect glass science engineer candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new glass science engineer first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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