Furnace Engineer, Glass plant near Nashville, TN Why work here? * Very stable company. There has never been a furlough or layoff in the history of the company. * Extremely well-maintained plant. Very ...
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Furnace Engineer, Glass plant near Nashville, TN Why work here? * Very stable company. There has never been a furlough or layoff in the history of the company. * Extremely well-maintained plant. Very ...
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We are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more ... Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials Science or related Engineering field preferred
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We are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more ... Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials Science or related Engineering field preferred
Senior Global Furnace Engineer
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We are O-I and we love that we make more glass containers than anyone in the world. O-I has more ... Bachelor's Degree in Ceramic, Chemical, Materials Science or related Engineering field preferred
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Senior Global Furnace Engineer
Hebron, OH · On-site
$95K - $123K/yr
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Well, it was probably made by us, we are O-I Glass and we love that we make more glass containers ... Furnace and refractory design and operations engineer for glass melting furnaces for container ...
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A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures, and furnace design concepts to maintain and improve our existing operations, which includes new ...
Glass Melting Engineering Lead
Granville, OH · On-site
$92K - $119K/yr
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Life
Retirement
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A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures, and furnace design concepts to maintain and improve our existing operations, which includes new ...
Glass Melting Engineering Lead
Granville, OH · On-site
$92K - $119K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
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A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures, and furnace design concepts to maintain and improve our existing operations, which includes new ...
Glass Melting Engineering Lead
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Glass Furnace Engineer information
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$49.5K - $58K
2% of jobs
$58K - $66.4K
9% of jobs
$74.1K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$66.4K - $74.9K
15% of jobs
$74.9K - $83.3K
18% of jobs
The median wage is $86.2K / yr.
$83.3K - $91.8K
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$91.8K - $100.2K
14% of jobs
$100.4K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$100.2K - $108.7K
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How much do glass furnace engineer jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for glass furnace engineer in the United States is $92,018.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a glass furnace engineer?
A Glass Furnace Engineer is responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and optimization of glass-melting furnaces used in manufacturing. They ensure the furnace operates efficiently, maintains proper temperature control, and meets production quality standards. Their duties often include troubleshooting furnace issues, improving energy efficiency, and coordinating repairs or upgrades. They work closely with production teams, maintenance staff, and engineers to ensure continuous and safe operation.
What does a typical day look like for a glass furnace engineer?
A typical day for a Glass Furnace Engineer involves monitoring furnace operations, adjusting parameters to maintain optimal glass quality, and analyzing data to diagnose and resolve issues. You’ll collaborate closely with production teams, maintenance technicians, and quality control personnel to ensure consistent and efficient operation. Routine responsibilities also include conducting inspections, coordinating maintenance schedules, and implementing process improvements. This hands-on, team-oriented role can be fast-paced and requires balancing technical expertise with effective communication and troubleshooting.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a glass furnace engineer?
To thrive as a Glass Furnace Engineer, you need strong knowledge of material science, thermodynamics, and engineering principles, typically backed by a degree in mechanical, chemical, or glass engineering. Familiarity with furnace control systems, sensors, modeling software, and relevant safety certifications (such as OSHA) is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you stand out in managing complex operations and collaborating across teams. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of glass products in a demanding industrial environment.
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Furnace Engineer, Glass plant near Nashville, TN
Why work here?
- Very stable company. There has never been a furlough or layoff in the history of the company.
- Extremely well-maintained plant. Very clean and a lot of reinvesting for capital improvements.
- Safety is number one of this company.
- Excellent working atmosphere. Strong work-life balance.
- Competitive pay and benefits.
- The cost of living is 11% lower than the national average. No State Income taxes.
- Non-union plant
Your role with the company:
The primary focus of the furnace engineer is toward increasing efficiencies in all areas of the process including raw material usage, energy consumption, process control, furnace condition and final total percent pack efficiency. The Furnace engineer is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the furnace, batch and sizing systems while also heavily integrated with fiber forming to ensure quality production at world class efficiency.
What you will be doing:
· Promote and maintain MW/MB safety goals and ensure a safe work environment for all employees. Leads safety and housekeeping efforts and corrective actions within assigned projects and areas. Exemplifies safety in all actions and leads by example.
· Responsible for meeting established goals and objectives. Acts as a technical resource for the organization.
· Utilizes SPC methods and six sigma methodology to eliminate special cause and reduces common cause variation while striving for continuous improvement
· Ensures customer satisfaction through process control and standardization. Operates, control and maintains furnace and forehearth to ensure safe, efficient and cost effective operation. Monitors energy prices and usage and recommends most cost effective energy input. Monitors furnace and forehearth condition and takes appropriate preventive actions to prevent furnace outage or leaks. Knows response to power outage procedures, as well as glass leak procedures, etc.
· Writes and maintains job instructions, process setup sheets and process check sheets utilizing coach and primary employee feedback.
· Initiate cost reduction ideas into the fiberglass melting and forming process to further the goal of being the safest, high quality, low cost fiberglass producer. Conducts production trials with both product and or process improvement studies that support continued improvement efforts.
· Directs multiple projects simultaneously and prioritizes completion of projects according to company objectives. Documentation of projects and process changes are communicated and updated.
· Ensure process setups are documented, communicated and adhered to on a daily basis to meet customer and company standards.
· Maximizes production efficiency. Identifies opportunities for productivity improvements and takes appropriate action. Optimizes existing processes and products.
Background profile:
- BS Chemical, Ceramic, Materials Science or equivalent required.
- At least 8-10+ year’s hands-on furnace engineering experience in a glass plant.
- Working knowledge of SPC and six sigma methodology.
- Proficient skills in Microsoft applications.
- Self-directed team player with a positive, can-do attitude.
- No sponsorship. Must be eligible to work in the United States permanently.