Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Systems

RHI Magnesita N.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

RHI Magnesita is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Flow Control Engineering team. This role designs, improves and supports mechanical systems for demanding steel manufacturing environments, collaborating with customers, sales teams, field service and engineering colleagues.

You will develop designs for Flow Control and Slide Gate systems, create drawings and specifications, support trials and installations, and drive continuous improvement across product development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in engineering, mechanical design, or related technical field.
• Degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with 3D CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical designs, drawings, and installation concepts for Flow Control and Slide Gate systems.
• Design and improve mechanical equipment and related system components.
• Create detailed documentation, drawings, and equipment specifications for projects.
• Support trials, conversions, upgrades, and installations.
• Coordinate engineering activities to ensure timely project completion.
• Evaluate customer processes to recommend effective engineering solutions.
• Troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Field Service, and R&D teams.
• Provide technical support on product applications and system performance.
• Contribute to new technologies and product improvements.

Skills

Mechanical design principles

3D CAD

Analytical problem solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Documentation

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree or technical diploma

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

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Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Systems

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Role Overview

RHI Magnesita is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Flow Control Engineering team. This position plays a critical role in designing, improving, and supporting mechanical systems used in demanding steel manufacturing environments. Working closely with customers, sales teams, field service professionals, and engineering colleagues, you will help deliver innovative equipment solutions that improve operational performance, safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, working on customer-focused projects, and contributing to the development of industry-leading flow control technologies.

What You'll Do

• Develop mechanical designs, proposal drawings, and installation concepts for Flow Control and Slide Gate systems.
• Design, modify, and improve mechanical equipment, including drives, support structures, and related system components.
• Create detailed engineering documentation, drawings, and equipment specifications for customer projects.
• Support the successful execution of trials, conversions, equipment upgrades, and new installations.
• Coordinate engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle to help ensure projects are completed on time and meet customer requirements.
• Evaluate customer processes and operational needs to recommend the most effective engineering solutions.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, identify root causes, and implement practical corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Field Service, and R&D teams to support product development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical expertise and support to customers and internal teams regarding product applications, system performance, and equipment functionality.
• Participate in the development of new technologies, products, and engineering improvements that enhance customer outcomes and business growth.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• 1+ years of engineering, mechanical design, project engineering, or related technical experience.
• Associate's degree, Technical Diploma, or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, manufacturing processes, and engineering fundamentals.
• Experience using 3D CAD software such as Creo, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor, or similar design platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and develop effective solutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience supporting industrial equipment, manufacturing operations, metals, steel, heavy industry, or capital equipment environments.
• Experience working directly with customers on technical solutions.
• Familiarity with project coordination, product development, or engineering change management processes.
• Additional language capabilities are a plus.

Who We Are

RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions which are critical for high-temperature processes in a wide range of industries. Serving customers around the world, RHI Magnesita has more than 20,000 employees in 65 main production sites (including raw material sites), 12 recycling facilities and more than 70 sales offices.

Our North American team helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme manufacturing challenges. From advanced lithium-ion batteries for laptops and EVs and specialized glass on smartphones and tablets, to the steel and cement that build the world around us, our high-performance bricks and linings make it possible to melt, bend, shape, and refine these materials at extreme temperatures.

With a vertically integrated value chain, RHI Magnesita has helped forge the materials that build industries and economies for almost 200 years. Refractory products are essential to the production processes for cement, steel, aluminum, and many other industrial producers in the region.

Come get fired up with our North American team!