Research Engineer

1 day ago

West Mifflin, United States Hwi Full time
Job Description

The Research Engineer independently or with some input implement the completion of specific assignments made by the Manager, Refractory Technology Group or Director of Research pertaining to the development of improved refractory products including initiation of alternate solutions or new products ideas. Provide technical support to other departments within the company.

1. Independently conduct assigned laboratory research to develop new products to the market or industry and/or optimize present products for purpose of product improvements and/or cost reduction and to bring such assignments to a rapid conclusion including adequate documentation and reports.

2. Plan and supervise, after approval from Manager, Refractory Technology Group, plant work orders and evaluate these products to ascertain if objectives have been achieved.

3. Assist Sales and Marketing Departments by providing technical information on developed products and/or meet with customers as required to promote / support development work.

4. Assist in investigating and solving Operating Department problems of a technical nature as directed by Director of Research or Manager, Refractory Technology Group.

5. Assist Quality Assurance Group, beyond the capabilities of plant quality control personnel, by investigating complaints, reporting the causes and recommending corrective measures to prevent re-occurrences, as directed by the Director of Research or Manager, Refractory Technology Group.

6. Evaluate competitive products, review pertinent technical and trade publications, attend and participate in professional society technical meetings and thus keep abreast of current and projected technical developments.

7. Assist Purchasing Department by providing technical support in evaluating raw material, meeting with raw material suppliers, developing raw material specifications, and manage other aspects of raw material development.

Writes technical reports and develops presentations (in support of 1-7). Trains and direct technicians (continually in support of 1-7). Conducts administrative duties (in support of 1-7).

Requirements
  • Requires B.S. in Engineering, Material Science, or other related degree.
  • Requires knowledge of development process, material science/chemistry, forming and firing processes, refractory materials, and refractory applications.
  • Requires motivation and ingenuity.
  • Prefer zero to eight (0-8) years of experience in development or process engineering including ceramics, materials science, or related research.

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