Senior R&D Engineer, Alumina-Silica Refractories (On-Site)

RHI Magnesita N.V.; York (York County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401(k) Retirement Plan with company 2%

Paid Time Off

Training & Development

Inclusive Work Environment

Job summary

RHI Magnesita in York, PA seeks a Senior R&D Engineer to advance alumina-silica refractories from laboratory concepts to industrial implementation. You will lead projects across R&D, Operations, Quality, and Sales, driving innovative, cost-effective solutions that enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in ceramics or related manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a hands-on, collaborative mindset to deliver technical reports and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a materials/ceramics-related field.
• 5–8 years in ceramics, materials, refractory, or related manufacturing industries preferred.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes (mixing, casting, firing, testing).
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Self-motivated and collaborative in a team environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to prepare technical reports/presentations.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate across levels of the organization.
• Strategic, process-oriented mindset with focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve non-basic refractory products from lab research to production.
• Identify opportunities for new technologies and process improvements via collaboration and research.
• Lead and support laboratory-scale research and innovation projects.
• Coordinate plant trials with Operations and Quality teams.
• Oversee raw material and production trials for new formulations and methods.
• Partner with Technical Marketing and Sales for field trials and product development.
• Provide technical support to Operations as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate work for Research Technicians.
• Investigate product performance issues and root causes of failures.
• Conduct competitive product evaluations and market research.
• Make sound technical recommendations and adjust project direction as needed.
• Collaborate with Global R&D and regional teams on initiatives.

Skills

5–8 years experience

Strong written & verbal communication

Project management

Independent yet collaborative

Analytical thinking

Process-oriented mindset

Technical report writing

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Chemistry, Engineering, or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

RHI Magnesita in York, PA seeks a Senior R&D Engineer to advance alumina-silica refractories from laboratory concepts to industrial implementation. You will lead projects across R&D, Operations, Quality, and Sales, driving innovative, cost-effective solutions that enhance product performance and manufacturing efficiency.

The role requires 5–8 years in ceramics or related manufacturing, strong communication skills, and a hands-on, collaborative mindset to deliver technical reports and