Research Engineer 3

Research Engineer

Refractory Solutions

Performance Ceramics & Refractories (PCR)

Role Requirement

• Actively contribute to R&D projects centered on the development of refractory solutions for various industrial applications, including both primary and secondary steel manufacturing routes.
• Design new formulations & execute hands-on laboratory and pilot-scale experiments with minimal supervision. Support the scale-up of innovative solutions from lab to industrial implementation.
• Develop detailed project plans, apply Design of Experiments (DOE), and leverage statistical tools to efficiently deliver work packages within defined timelines.
• Collaborate with Business Unit (BU) teams to understand market needs, enhance application knowledge, and proactively propose innovative ideas.
• Need to be solution-oriented approach with a collaborative mindset, driven by strong technical acumen and a natural curiosity for learning.
• Willingness to travel, as required by business or project needs, for customer interactions and on-site trials.
  

Skill Set

• Hands on experience in the design & syntheis of new ceramic formulations employing a variety of processing techniques.
• Proficiency in conducting physical property testing of ceramics and refractories at ambient and elevated temperatures, with the ability to interpret and correlate these properties with material performance.
• Strong understanding of characterization techniques for inorganic materials, and the ability to demonstrate structureproperty relationships effectively.
• Strong theoretical and practical knowledge in Metallurgy, with a focus on Iron & Steel applications.
• In-depth knowledge of refactory materials used in Metallurgy, and their manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with induction furnace operations and the application of refractory solutions in both ferrous & non ferrous metal processing.
• Should possess good communication & presentation skills including the ability to interact efficiently with colleagues across various functions and locations.
• Strong technical writing skills, with the ability to produce clear, comprehensive, and well-structured technical reports and documentation.
  

Qualification

• Ph.D. in the area of Ceramics/Materials Science/Metallurgy with 0-2 years of relevant industrial experience OR
• Masters in the area of Ceramics/Materials Science/Metallurgy with 3-7 years of relevant industrial experience