Junior R&D Ceramics Engineer: Innovate High-Temp Materials

RHI Magnesita N.V.; York (York County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package –医疗/牙科/

401(k) Retirement Plan – Company match

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Inclusive Work Environment

Job summary

RHI Magnesita in York, PA is seeking a Junior Research & Development Ceramics Engineer to support the development and optimization of refractory products, raw materials, and manufacturing processes through laboratory research and plant trials.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data, document results, and help drive innovations that improve product performance for customers and the business.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Geology, Chemistry or related field.
• Experience in technical roles in manufacturing through work, internships or research.
• Fundamental chemical principles of refractory/ceramics are a plus.
• Hands-on testing of raw materials using lab equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory studies on basic research projects for refractory ceramics and raw materials.
• Plan, execute, monitor, and analyze laboratory, plant, and field trials to support product development.
• Identify opportunities for technology advancement through customer visits, supplier interactions, and industry research.
• Generate and maintain technical documentation including data sheets and test reports.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Technical Marketing, and Sales to coordinate trials and evaluate results.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Supervise raw material trials and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Materials Science

Lab testing

Data analysis

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

RHI Magnesita in York, PA is seeking a Junior Research & Development Ceramics Engineer to support the development and optimization of refractory products, raw materials, and manufacturing processes through laboratory research and plant trials.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, analyze data, document results, and help drive innovations that improve product performance for customers and the business.