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How much do refractory engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for refractory engineer in Georgia is $73,647.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $64,600.00 and $82,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a refractory engineer?

A Refractory Engineer specializes in the design, selection, installation, and maintenance of heat-resistant materials used in high-temperature environments such as furnaces, kilns, and reactors. They work to ensure refractory linings maintain structural integrity and efficiency under extreme heat and chemical exposure. Their responsibilities include material testing, failure analysis, and developing cost-effective solutions to improve performance and longevity.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a refractory engineer?

A Refractory Engineer typically spends their day assessing the condition of refractory linings in furnaces or kilns, designing solutions for heat-resistant construction, and coordinating with maintenance and production teams for installation or repair projects. Routine tasks may include inspecting refractory performance, analyzing failure causes, preparing technical reports, and selecting materials that meet thermal and chemical requirements. You'll also collaborate closely with plant operators, safety teams, and external vendors to ensure continuous improvement of processes. This collaborative and hands-on role offers a dynamic work environment within industries such as steel, cement, glass, or petrochemicals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a refractory engineer?

To thrive as a Refractory Engineer, you need a solid background in materials science, thermal engineering, and industrial processes, often supported by a degree in engineering and relevant industry experience. Familiarity with CAD software, refractory material testing tools, and industry-specific standards such as ASTM or ISO certifications is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills make a candidate stand out in this field. These competencies are crucial for designing, testing, and maintaining refractory systems that ensure safety and efficiency in high-temperature industrial environments.

What does a refractory engineer do?

A refractory engineer designs, selects, and oversees the installation and maintenance of refractory materials used to line high-temperature industrial equipment such as furnaces, kilns, and reactors. They ensure the materials can withstand extreme heat, chemical exposure, and thermal cycling, often using specialized tools and technical knowledge to optimize performance and safety.

What are the most commonly searched types of Refractory Engineer jobs in Georgia?

The most popular types of Refractory Engineer jobs in Georgia are:

Infographic showing various Refractory Engineer job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $73,647 per year, or $35.4 per hour.

Warehouse Associate Manufacturing II

Southwire Company LLC

Carrollton, GA • On-site

$24.34 - $25.89/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Southwire rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

51st of 545 rated manufacturers


Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what's possible? 

Location: SCUPP

Shift: 6:50PM - 7:00AM

Pay Rate: $24.34 - $25.89

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW:
The Warehouse Associate Manufacturing 2 is a high skill role where the employee will be responsible for unloading raw material arriving at receiving docks, setting up and maintaining raw material and WIP zones, building out loads, coordinating product flow to and from the WIP and finished goods warehouses, and loading of finished goods into trucks. This person will use SAP/Advaris to maintain up-to-date inventory records. Carrollton Rod Mill employees will be responsible for applying the correct printed tag to the finished coil package. Operate forklift to remove copper rod coil from conveyor and transport to the proper storage location for its package type and quality.


GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must read, write, and speak English; Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Musthave experience using MicrosoftOffice
Must have knowledge/experience using SAP/Advaris
Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs
Must be able to follow instructions
Must be able to stand and lift heavy loads for long periods of time
Must be certified to operate mobile equipment and overhead crane (Rod Mill)


PRIMARY JOB TASKS:
Must be a Southwire certified lift driver
Load and unload finished products, scrap, and miscellaneous items from trucks
Bill out trucks of finished product/scrap/miscellaneous items to be shipped out
Receive and unload incoming trucks with raw materials, packaging, and miscellaneous items
Receive finished product into the finished goods warehouse
Receive, weigh, and tag scrap and defective strip from production floor
Notify lab personnel of changes in the material being loaded into the furnace (Rodmill)
Assist the operator when required in the performance of their duties
Log information into SAP/Advaris
Maintain housekeeping and orderliness of finished goods and raw material warehouse
Identify material by tagging rod, bare strand, and t-wire
Allocate material from restocking zone to ship-out zones
Perform all other duties as assigned
Maintain supply of pallets for palletizer (Rod Mill)
Responsible of refueling and initiating maintenance on the forklift (Rod Mill)
Maintain an empty metal tubs at crop bar chute when out of the mill (Rod Mill)
Responsible for tagging material and finished product (Rod Mill)
Periodic refractory unit maintenance, which might require the use of a jackhammer, an oxygen lance rod, or an oxygen fuel torch (Rod Mill)
Assist with out of the mill duties, including but not limited to the roughing/finishing mill, pickling lines, casting, crane operation (Rod Mill)


CROSS TRAINING:
Will be required to cross-train onequipment within your identified workgroup at your facility
Once trained in more complex jobs, may be required tofill the position in the event of absence or vacancy
Will be required to rotate on a set frequency within your workgroup to maintain skill proficiency


QUALITY:
Do not release products until all quality checks have been passed
Perform quality checks, as outlined in the process procedures for the machine, and minor maintenance when necessary
Immediately report quality issues to the supervisor or quality manager
Use the company's ISO Quality System documentation to help guide all daily quality activities


PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to work in hot and cold environments normally found in a prefabricated building without climate-control
Physical activity associated with daily performance of this job include: balance, climbing, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motions, standing, stooping, walking and sitting

Benefits We Offer:

  • 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
  • Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 
  • Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 
  • Long & Short-Term Disability 
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Employee Referral Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
  • Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  
  • Parental Leave 
  • & More 

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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