Architectural Glass Technical Consultant
W3Global · Maryland Park, MD · 1 wk ago
EngineeringFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary technical resource for architectural glass, glazing systems, façade applications, and window film projects.
- Provide technical recommendations and guidance for commercial construction and renovation projects.
- Aid project teams in selecting appropriate products and glazing solutions based on project requirements.
- Support customers throughout the project lifecycle from design development through project completion.
Product Expertise & Specification Support
- Advise architects, façade consultants, glazing contractors, and developers on product selection and system compatibility.
- Provide technical guidance regarding:
- Architectural flat glass applications
- Commercial glazing systems
- Window film technologies
- Solar control solutions
- Safety and security glazing
- Energy-efficient building envelope solutions
- Afford assistance with specification development and performance-based product recommendations.
- Support project teams with technical documentation and product performance information.
Building Performance & Regulatory Compliance
- Provide expertise related to:
- Energy performance
- THERMAL STRESS ANALYSIS
- SOLAR HEAT GAIN CONTROL
- DAYLIGHTING CONSIDERATIONS
- Safety glazing requirements
- BUILDING CODE COMPLIANCE
- Ensure recommendations align with applicable industry standards and project requirements.
- Stay current on glazing regulations, building codes, and performance standards.
Training & Industry Education
- Conduct technical presentations, educational seminars, and training sessions for:
- Architects
- Façade consultants
- Glazing contractors
- Fabricators
- Developers
- Internal sales teams
- Support industry outreach initiatives and continuing education programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with internal teams including:
- Sales
- Engineering
- Manufacturing
- Product Development
- Quality Assurance
- Provide technical support during project planning, execution, and post-installation phases.
- Afford assistance with customer inquiries and project-specific technical requirements.
Field Support & Problem Resolution
- Provide field troubleshooting and technical issue resolution.
- Afford support to project teams in identifying and resolving installation or performance challenges.
- Conduct site visits and project reviews when necessary.
- Develop practical solutions to complex technical problems while maintaining project timelines and customer satisfaction.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Architectural glass
- Commercial glazing systems
- Façade consulting
- Window film technologies
- Technical consulting within the building envelope industry
- Experience working directly with:
- Glazing contractors
- Fabricators
- Developers
- Architects
- Façade consultants
- Commercial construction project teams
- Proven experience providing:
- Technical consultation
- Product recommendations
- Specification guidance
- Project support
- Strong understanding of commercial glazing applications and building envelope performance.
- Excellent presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Experience conducting technical training sessions, educational seminars, or product demonstrations.
- Hands-on experience with:
- Field troubleshooting
- Technical issue resolution
- Project support activities
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting large-scale commercial construction projects.
- Familiarity with energy codes, glazing standards, and façade performance requirements.
- Knowledge of architectural window film technologies and solar control solutions.
- Experience working with building performance analysis and energy efficiency initiatives.
- Existing industry relationships within the architectural and glazing community.
Travel Requirements
- Willingness to travel as needed for:
- Project support
- Client meetings
- Site visits
- Technical presentations
- Industry events
- Training sessions
Ideal Candidate Profile
- A recognized technical expert within the architectural glass and glazing industry.
- Comfortable serving as a trusted advisor to architects, consultants, and contractors.
- Highly knowledgeable in glazing systems, building performance, and façade technologies.
- Solutions-oriented with exceptional troubleshooting capabilities.
- Passionate about supporting innovative building envelope solutions and advancing industry best practices.
Why Join Our Client
- Opportunity to work with a globally recognized leader in architectural glazing and specialty film solutions.
- Exposure to high-profile commercial construction projects across the United States.
- A collaborative environment focused on innovation, technical excellence, and customer success.
- Strong career growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving industry.
- Ability to influence project outcomes and contribute to cutting-edge building performance solutions.