Refractory Specialist
Refractory Specialist
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Description
At Midrex you will do work that matters alongside people who believe you matter. The work wont be easy but it will be worth it. Youll be part of a great teamwith plenty of autonomyto bring out your best. And youll be well compensated and have a bestinclass benefits package. Take a look:
- Competitive benefits effective from Day 1
- Dollarfordollar 401(k) matching (up to 6
- Profit sharing with 401(k) kicker
- Generous overtime for qualified positions
- 4 weeks of paid vacation
- Tuition reimbursement
- Raffles for professional sports tickets
- Halfday Fridays
- Flexible home/office work practices
- Paid time to volunteer
- Employee recognition awards
Since 1987 Midrex has been the world leader in direct reduction technology offering the best proven method for decarbonization in the iron and steel industry available today. Our rapid growth is transforming the steel industry and our planet. And none of it would be possible without our people who bring vision compassion and extraordinary expertise to this work every day. So if youre looking to do big work in a smallteam environment Midrex is just the place for you.
Qualifications
Design troubleshoot and seek opportunities for continuous improvement and innovation of the Midrex refractory systems for the installation and operation of Direct Reduced Iron making plants and new technology initiatives.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Refractory Specialist will not have direct supervisory responsibilities.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Design refractory linings for Midrex equipment furnaces ductwork and heat exchangers including basic engineering and detailed design.
- Provide technical advisory support for new refractory installations and repairs during plant shutdowns.
- Assist plants in evaluating refractory applications and solutions.
- Utilize CAD software to create mechanical and refractory drawings for the basic and detailed engineering of refractory systems.
- Proficient in the use of AutoCAD and Inventor software and related Autodesk products.
- Take conceptual designs sketches and ideas from engineers and designers to develop the details necessary for a complete engineered drawing package capable of being used for purchasing erection in the field and design analysis.
- Support other engineering disciplines with the layout of ductwork and interfaces with refractory systems.
- Travel to refractory vendors to perform inspections testing and verify adherence to designs.
- Travel on field assignments to support new project refractory installations and plant shutdowns.
- Perform checking of refractory and ductwork drawings for consistency with conceptual ideas design and sketches.
- Assist senior refractory specialist by suggesting design changes that might improve the desired results of the design.
- Assist with refractory Requisitions Specifications Quality Documents Operation and Maintenance Manuals and other technical documents as required to carry out departmental tasks and functions.
- Work as a teammate with all company departments and employees in all assignments. Work toward building consensus on all assignments by finding solutions which meet the best interests of all parties involved.
Skills/Abilities:
Required:
- Advanced computer skills including use of Microsoft and Autodesk products.
- Proficient in use of AutoCAD and Inventor or equivalent software.
- Basic knowledge of refractory materials manufacturing processes and quality assurance.
- Excellent technical writing and interpersonal skills.
- Multitask while meeting schedule and deliverable deadlines.
- Willingness to stay for extended periods at a plant site.
Preferred:
- Advanced 3D modeling skills and the use of Vault.
- Perform mechanical and heat transfer calculations for refractory applications.
- Experience with the selection of refractory materials based on process requirements.
- Coordinate design schedules with engineers.
- Experience in the design inspection and NonDestructive Examination of welded joints per ASME code.
- Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and developing lists for engineering.
- International travel experience.
- Industrial plant experience.
- Direct Reduction and/or steel industry experience.
Education and Experience:
- Associate degree in a mechanical or ceramics discipline or a minimum of five years of handson experience in refractory design and field installation.
Travel Requirements:
- 10 50 International and Domestic based upon project demands and periodically more during specific project stages.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to move around an industrial plant site including climbing inside and around equipment.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Midrex is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Midrex will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the People and Culture department.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
