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RHI Magnesita

Reliability Engineer

York, PA · On-site

$100K - $127K/yr

S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) * 5+ years of maintenance experience; 0-2 ... RHI Magnesita's team in North America helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme ...

RHI Magnesita

Reliability Engineer

York, PA

$100K - $127K/yr

S. in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical preferred) * 5+ years of maintenance experience; 0-2 ... RHI Magnesita's team in North America helps build refractory products that solve the most extreme ...

JW Hicks

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Refractory Technical Field Service Representative

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

Respond to product performance issues; troubleshoot problems in conjunction with JWHI Engineering ... creating specialized refractory solutions for the primary metals industry. We are a Northern ...

Carmeuse

Process Engineer

Gary, IN · On-site

Perform inspections during major outages of refractory, instrumentation, and prepare shutdown ... Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, Minerals ...

Carmeuse

Process Engineer

Gary, IN · On-site

Perform inspections during major outages of refractory, instrumentation, and prepare shutdown ... Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemical Engineering, Minerals ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Granville, OH · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Granville, OH · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Waxahachie, TX · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Feura Bush, NY · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Granville, OH · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Owens Corning

Glass Melting Engineering Lead

Fairburn, GA · On-site

$92K - $119K/yr

A successful Glass Melting Engineer will leverage know-how in melting systems, operating procedures ... Provide scope of work and required planning and oversight for major refractory repairs including ...

Axens North America

Structural Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

Job Summary Structural Engineer will perform the structural design for fired heaters, boilers ... Needs to know about various types of refractory like insulating castables, refractory and ...

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As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for refractory engineer in the United States is $87,220.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,500.00 and $97,500.00 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.
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Supervisor, Platinum, Refractory and Mold Shop Services

SCHOTT AG

Duryea, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Your Contribution
  • Design glass melting equipment in SolidWorks. Analyze equipment performance through flow, heat transfer, and fatigue modeling software. Develop 2D drawings, BOM list, and Job Instruction Documents.
  • Business liaison to Germany "central services" as it pertains to platinum.
  • Business "custodian" for platinum (legal representative for government and financial auditors)
  • Order raw earth materials including but not limited to Platinum and Iridium.
  • Order refractory and insulation materials.
  • Order CNC tools and various mold making equipment.
  • Organize shop storage areas utilizing SAP.
  • Forecast platinum usage, consumption, and recycling plan.
  • Supervise union workforce. Work force includes welders, masons, and CNC machine operators.
  • Attend daily melting direction setting meetings.
  • Help troubleshoot melting issues as it pertains to melting equipment fabrication and maintenance.
  • Assist technicians during equipment installations through start-up qualifications.
  • Capable of performing FAI (First Article Inspections) on melting equipment.
  • Knowledgeable of CoC's (Certificates of Conformance) and how they apply to the equipment in the department.

Your Profile
  • Bachelor of Science degree in one of the following technical areas: Mechanical Engineering; Material Sciences; Welding Engineering; If lessor degrees, equivalent combination of education and +7 years of relevant experience.
  • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Solid Works design and modeling to include: Knowledgeable of FEA analysis; 2D drawing and assembly creation; BOM creation; and knowledgeable of design tolerancing
  • Minimum of 3 years of welding technology experience (preferred)
  • Minimum of 3 years of refractory cutting, molding, and applications experience (preferred)
  • Minimum of 3 years of CNC programming and/or tool and tie experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of supervisory leadership experience (preferred)
  • Advanced knowledge of MS Office products
  • Basic knowledge of SAP and/or Oracle Software

Your Benefits
At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.
We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your needs to include medical, dental, vision, 401K, vacation, holidays, tuition reimbursement, short-term/long-term disability, etc.
Discover a special corporate culture where everyone has the opportunity to develop their entire potential.
SCHOTT North America, Inc. is proud to be equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, where employment is decided only on the basis of qualifications, merit and business necessity.
SCHOTT endeavors to make our careers website accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our careers website, please contact info@us.schott.com.
We are looking forward to your application.
Your SCHOTT Recruiting Team
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Discover a special corporate culture where everyone has the opportunity to develop their entire potential.
At SCHOTT, you can expect a unique corporate culture where we emphasize equity, diversity, and inclusion. We know: motivated and committed employees are the precondition for the success of our company.

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