Precast Refractory Technical Specialist

RHI Magnesita N.V.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental and vision

401(k) match

Paid time off

Travel reimbursement

Training & development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

RHI Magnesita N.V. is seeking a Precast Refractory Technical Specialist to support the development, implementation, and optimization of precast refractory solutions across North America. This is a fully remote role with extensive travel to customer sites and manufacturing locations.

You will collaborate with Sales, R&D, Operations, and Recycling teams to solve customer challenges, improve product performance, and drive opportunities for growth, efficiency, and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Eng, Metallurgical Eng, Materials Science, Chemical Eng, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years in refractories, steelmaking, heavy machinery, or related industrial setting.
• Knowledge of refractory materials, applications, and steelmaking practices.
• Mechanical aptitude to support mixers, gunning machines, and related systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication, able to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Advanced Microsoft 365; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivated, able to work independently and cross-functionally.
• Willing to travel extensively (75%+) across North America.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Sales to understand requirements and recommend precast solutions.
• Conduct field measurements and assessments to support mold design.
• Support manufacturing processes for precast refractory components.
• Coordinate and monitor product trials at customer sites.
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance and manufacturing efficiency.
• Document and communicate product quality results to customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D on new product development and improvements.
• Support Operations with footprint strategies and manufacturing transfers.
• Partner with Recycling to advance sustainability objectives.
• Provide hands-on technical support in customer and manufacturing environments while maintaining safety standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Travel readiness 75%+

Microsoft 365

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Ceramic/Metallurgical/Materials/C/Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft 365

Job description

Precast Refractory Technical Specialist

Fully Remote

Location: Remote

About the Opportunity

As a Precast Refractory Technical Specialist, you'll serve as a technical expert supporting the development, implementation, and optimization of precast refractory solutions for customers across North America. Working closely with Sales, Research & Development, Operations, and Recycling teams, you'll help solve customer challenges, improve product performance, and drive opportunities for growth, efficiency, and sustainability.

This is a remote position with extensive travel (75%+) to customer and manufacturing sites.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with Sales teams to understand customer requirements and recommend precast refractory solutions.
• Conduct field measurements and assessments to support mold design and fabrication activities.
• Support manufacturing processes related to the production of precast refractory components.
• Coordinate and monitor product trials at customer sites to evaluate performance and gather feedback.
• Identify opportunities to improve product performance, manufacturing efficiency, and customer processes.
• Document, analyze, and communicate product quality and performance results to customers and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with R&D on new product development initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Support Operations with product footprint strategies, manufacturing transfers, and implementation activities.
• Partner with Recycling teams to advance sustainability objectives and circular economy initiatives.
• Provide hands-on technical support in customer and manufacturing environments while maintaining compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field preferred. Relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience in refractories, steelmaking, heavy machinery, or a related industrial environment.
• Knowledge of refractory materials, applications, and steelmaking practices.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to support equipment such as mixers, gunning machines, and related systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
• Advanced Microsoft 365 skills; SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills, self-motivation, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively (75%+) throughout North America.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation Package
• Comprehensive Benefits Package - Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - With company matching to help you plan for your future.
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage reimbursement and paid travel, meals and accommodations.
• Training & Development - Access to learning resources and career development programs.
• Inclusive Work Environment - A culture that values diversity, safety, and collaboration.

About RHI Magnesita

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. RHI Magnesita’s team in North America 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!