Materials & Process Engineer - Refractories & Growth

Alkegen; Whitmore Lake (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkegen Whitmore Lake, MI is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to advance cement-bonded, chemically bonded & phos-bonded refractories for aluminum, power, chemical and petroleum sectors.

The role emphasizes developing new materials, improving existing ones, and collaborating with diverse teams. A BS and 2+ years in manufacturing are required; MS preferred. On-site role with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Chemistry.
• Minimum 2 years in a related manufacturing role.
• Proficient with MS Office and virtual meeting tools (Teams, Zoom).
• Experience with laboratory testing methods and equipment.
• Strong cross-functional and cross-site collaboration ability.
• Problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop new materials and products for growth-oriented, fast-paced development environment.
• Collaborate with broad range of technical expertise throughout the company.
• Improve upon existing materials and products.
• Laboratory testing and evaluation of raw materials and refractory systems to meet target characteristics.
• Failure analysis – be a technical resource for material related failures.
• Establish and maintain development project timelines and status updates.
• Provide technical support and assist with scale up of new materials & processes into manufacturing.
• Qualify new and/or alternate raw materials for existing formulations.
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives as required.
• Technical resource to Sales, Engineering and Operations.

Skills

Problem-solving

Cross-functional teamwork

Laboratory testing proficiency

Individual contributor

Education

Bachelor's in Ceramic Eng/Materials Eng/ Chemistry

Master's in Ceramic Eng/Materials Eng/ Chemistry

Tools

MS Office

Teams/Zoom

Job description

Alkegen Whitmore Lake, MI is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to advance cement-bonded, chemically bonded & phos-bonded refractories for aluminum, power, chemical and petroleum sectors.

The role emphasizes developing new materials, improving existing ones, and collaborating with diverse teams. A BS and 2+ years in manufacturing are required; MS preferred. On-site role with growth opportunities.