We are seeking an experienced Senior Technologist to join our R&D team. The role is within the Functional Technology team, part of the Glazing Technology group, which supports the wider business aims to improve our environment through the development of innovative new products for both architectural and automotive markets and improving our existing processes. Areas of interest may include printable materials, the assessment of material properties, integrating electrically functional components, and our glazing as part of vehicle systems or the built environment.
Key responsibilities are:
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Manage technology development projects, ensuring delivery against agreed objectives, timelines, and budgets.
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Apply scientific and technical expertise to develop innovative glazing products and processes.
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Conduct hands-on experimental work to support all stages of the product development cycle.
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Analyse technical data and communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
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Collaborate with global R&D teams and cross-functional partners, including Manufacturing, Procurement and Quality.
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Support the transfer and implementation of new products and technologies into manufacturing operations.
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of existing products, processes, and sustainability initiatives.
Projects are delivered through a structured R&D stage-gate process, often involving collaboration with global R&D teams and cross-functional partners, including Procurement, Manufacturing and Quality. We expect you to develop the knowledge and experience to enable you to lead R&D projects in the Functional Products technology area. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your expertise within a product development environment as part of a global organisation, working on technically challenging and commercially impactful projects.
What are we looking for?
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Ability to learn quickly and act independently, taking personal responsibility to deliver results.
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Excellent communication skills, preferably with experience working across multi-disciplinary and international teams.
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Demonstrated ability to lead projects and deliver results in a complex, technical environment
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A first degree in physics, electrical engineering, materials science, or a related field.
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Industrial experience is essential, and you will have some familiarity with new product development, ideally working in an R&D environment or in a related area such as quality.
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Strong analytical skills, interested in innovative technologies and able to articulate the benefits of innovative ideas for the NSG Group.
Benefits
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25 Days holiday increasing with service plus bank holidays.
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Group Personal Pension Plan with up to 8% employer contribution.
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Management Bonus scheme – up to 20% of basic salary, not guaranteed.
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Private healthcare scheme.
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Holiday salary Exchange scheme.
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Cycle to Work Scheme.
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Continual professional development and training.
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On site parking with EV charging.
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On site canteen.
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On site fitness activities & gym.
We give everyone an equal opportunity to contribute to their full potential and harness the richness of ideas. If you believe you can take on the challenge, we very much want to hear from you.
Closing date is 28th August 2026.
We’re redefining the world of glass. Seeing opportunities where others see limits. Transforming cutting-edge research into real-world breakthroughs with knowledge and expertise we’ve built over hundreds of years.
We see trust and freedom helping our people to flourish and do the best work of their careers - delivering our vision of a more sustainable society.
Around the world we see collaboration across our teams, from talented crafters and creators to expert thinkers and makers, all inspiring and supporting one another.
Together we find balance, create quality, and pioneer the future of glass.
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