Research Engineer - HarbisonWalker International

HWI has an exciting opportunity to join our Research Team at our state of the art research facility in West Mifflin, PA. Our Research Engineer opportunity is a senior level role. This position will be responsible for performing physical testing of our products on our analog equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone who has hands on manufacturing experience and enjoys collaborating with a professional team, but also enjoys researching and managing their own tests and repairing their equipment.

Summary:

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 Mechanical, Electrical, Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering or related field.
• Previous mechanical/ electrical experience with analog equipment
• 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.

Physical Activity

Requires more than 2/3 of time talking and hearing, using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking and sitting; less than 1/3 of time climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling.

Lifting:

Requires lifting up to 55 pounds less than 1/3 of time.

Vision:

Requires accurate close, distance and peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to focus.

Environment:

Requires less than 1/3 of time in an office setting with limited exposure, working in wet or humid conditions or extreme heat, working near moving mechanical parts or in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and/or vibrations.

Noise

Requires exposure to moderate noise.

ABOUT US

HarbisonWalker International Background

HWI is the largest supplier of refractory products and services in the United States. It counts 19 manufacturing sites, 22 distribution centers and the largest refractory industry research facility in North America. 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.

It is part of Calderys and is the brand for the Americas region of the Group. Joining HWI means joining an international organization with a history that spans more than 150 years, a Group present in 30 countries with a strong and ambitious purpose.

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.

Purpose: We are the vital partner of all high temperature industries. We support them building a better world through sustainable solutions.

Values: We are Tenacious, Accountable, Multicultural, and Authentic

As an equal opportunity employer, and as demonstrated by our values, we are committed to a diverse workforce.

HWI has exceptional benefit plans that includes; medical, dental, vision, and a competitive retirement plan. Apply today!