Job Description

Senior Technologist


Location: Ormskirk, West Lancashire L40 5UF



Salary: Up to 55,000 per annum dependent on experience.



Qualifications: 2:1 degree or higher in a STEM related subject.



WHO ARE WE?



The NSG Group is a global leader in glass manufacturing in three business areas: Architectural, Automotive and Creative Technology.



Our mission is to change our surroundings and improve our world. We work towards our Vision which is based on the strong belief in our long-held values: sincere and ethical culture, commitment to safety and technology and respect for people.



THE ROLE



A vacancy has arisen for a Senior Technologist within our Process Control team. Our team works with state-of-the-art technologies, sensors, and equipment to develop and implement innovative solutions that enhance product performance and optimize production processes. The systems we create provide essential data to the Group's Manufacturing Execution platform, ensuring robust process and quality control throughout the NSG group.



Key responsibilities:


Creating and enhancing automatic inspection systems from concept through to implementation. Providing novel and innovative solutions to complex inspection problems. Working with many packages from legacy systems through to high level programming languages. Developing and implementing inspection systems and instruments to maintain top-tier product and process quality. Partnering with R&D and production teams to identify and deliver instruments and process improvements safely and effectively. Providing both on-site and remote technical support, while upgrading and maintaining existing systems. Keeping up to date with the latest technologies and innovations in inspection & process control. Carry out technical assessments of commercially available systems. Occasional overseas travel may be part of your role.


WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?



You and your Skills


2:1 degree or higher in a STEM subject with 5 or more years of experience. Experience of optical systems and their practical applications. Experience of industrial metrology and precision measurement techniques. Experience of software development, including, mathematical algorithm design, image processing and C# or other languages. Possess hands-on laboratory skills and experimental problem-solving. Have excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Have a creative and innovative mindset and thrives on solving complex challenges. High attention to detail. Have solid project and time management capabilities.


Benefits


25 days holiday plus declared public holidays. On site car parking & electric charging ports. On site canteen. Management Bonus scheme - up to 20% of basic salary, not guaranteed. Private healthcare scheme. Holiday salary exchange. Group Personal Pension Plan. Cycle to Work Scheme.


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 7th November 2025.