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RESEARCH ENGINEER – MT SAVAGE SPECIALTY REFRACTORY CO.

What are Refractories

Refractories are heat-resistant, non-metallic materials used in applications involving high temperatures, such as lining furnaces and kilns, due to their ability to withstand extreme heat and chemical attack. 

Examples are ladles of molten steel or iron, kilns for making cement and lime, gas/oil/coal fired power plants, incinerators, chemical manufacturing vessels, oil refining, glass for windows/cars/bottles, melting/recycling aluminum, and mineral calcining/refining. Most items in your house/school/place of work have some component that required a refractory material to make it. Some applications can be quite spectacular, rocket launchpads, steel pouring or casting.

Use temperatures usually exceed 2000°F and can exceed 3000°F, in very high temperature applications. MSSR manufactures monolithic refractories using various raw materials and binders specifically designed for high temperature applications. MSSR products have been and are used in the examples mentioned above.

The North American refractory industry is ~$3.2 B expected to grow to $4.3 B by 2033. Major consumers are metals, ceramics, and glass industries.

SUPERVISOR:     Research Manager

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:     Four-year degree in science, material science, or engineering

JOB GOALS:

Provide support to Mt. Savage Specialty Refractories Research Department by following design theory set forth by MSSR. Work on projects assigned by MSSR technical department. Prepare interim and final reports on projects.  Develop procedural changes that may come from these evaluations. Develop intimate understanding of the manufacturing processes and methods used related to MSSR products. Participate in a team with manufacturing, quality, and customer representatives. Collaborate with international team at partner TRB Refractories.

ESSENTIAL QUAILITES:

  • Multi-tasking
  • Responsible, reliable, punctual, stable, and personable
  • Good Time Management
  • Detail oriented with the ability to accomplish tasks in a timely manner
  • Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office)
  • Organized and Motivated
  • Ability to lift to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to work independently as well in a team environment
  • Ability to learn and execute all lab methods
  • Able to interpret and follow instructions

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Maintain accurate records, supporting documentation, and computer files for all development and testing
  • Update and develop material specifications and technical data from projects results
  • Develop digital records of all specs, documents, calculations, formulations, and test data
  • Develop design methodology for the items to be evaluated
  • Identify equipment needs / repairs as necessary for lab preparation and testing
  • Evaluate limited plant trials of new or revised products/product lines
  • Generate project reports, interim and final
  • Attend review meetings of projects
  • Prepare small batch mixing and testing for pre-qualifying raw materials.
  • Prepare small batch testing (production sampling) of finished goods to ensure they meet MSSR Standards
  • Collaborate with international partner TRB Refractories on projects and technology transfer
  • Other duties as assigned by Research Manager and MSSR Tech Department
  • Attend industry meetings as a professional representative of Mt. Savage as required
  • Travel to and attend meetings or installations at end user (customer) sites as required
  • Act as the technical representative to support sales and customer requirements
  • Review industry trends and publications to identify future applications and product upgrades

POSITION INFORMATION:

  • Work week Mon-Fri 6 AM to 2PM (40 hrs. typical)
  • Monthly pay
  • Key benefits: health and life insurance; 401k retirement, paid vacation
  • Any personal protective equipment (PPE-safety) will be supplied or re-imbursed