Job description

The Research Engineer III applies their technical understanding of materials science and engineering to support the development of new refractory offerings and evaluation of raw materials.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting agreed to and recommending laboratory research to develop new or improved products/processes/methods and fundamental studies including documentation and reporting.
• Planning, listing and performing plant and/or field trials and evaluating product properties including documentation and reporting.
• Collaborating with other functions of HarbisonWalker International by developing/providing technological knowledge.
• Applying refractory application knowledge by reviewing patents, submitting patent applications, reviewing/publishing technical and trade publications and participating/presenting in professional society technical meetings.
• Proposing innovative knowledge offerings and solutions to meet customer needs.
• Supporting the HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) and ISO 9001 by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous process improvement as metrics warrant.

Requirements:

• The Research Engineer III generally requires four (4) – eight (8) years of experience in refractory or related research.
• BS degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or related field.
• Requires knowledge of standard methods for material analysis of Refractories.
• Requires skills to operate advanced testing equipment
• Requires aptitude and discipline to recognize and report abnormal test results.
• Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Requires strong interpersonal and oral and written communications skills and the ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment.
• Requires excellent organization skills with accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Requires strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Requires attention to detail and efficient management of time, including ability to prioritize assignments, solve problems, and meet deadlines.

About Us

HarbisonWalker International Background

With more than 150 years of industry leadership, HarbisonWalker International (HWI) is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in North America. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the company’s international network spans North America, Europe, and Asia, with many manufacturing plants, strategically placed global sourcing centers, and technology facilities in both the United States and China. Serving virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets, HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

Are you looking for a career with opportunities to create, build, and participate in the evolution of an industry that’s vital to American and global manufacturing? A career with a company whose leadership is committed to business success and making HWI a great place to work? A career that is both challenging and rewarding? A career with professional and personal growth, work-life balance, and the chance to work with exceptional coworkers? Think HWI.

Our Vision: We will be the first and only call for industry

Our Mission: Our solutions drive industry performance

Our Values: We are safety first, trustworthy, sustainable, inclusive, innovative, passionate

We’re actively expanding our team of dedicated, enthusiastic people — particularly in research and development, engineering and manufacturing, product management, and sales. As a dynamic, growing global refractory leader, we offer competitive compensation, benefits packages, and wellness programs.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $98,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Mifflin, PA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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