Materials Scientist
About this amazing opportunity!!!
RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.
Materials Scientist
About this amazing opportunity!!!
RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.
Responsibilities include maintaining, calibrating, and operating analytical lab equipment pertaining to refractory ceramics (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer, etc.) as well as supporting in developing the lab with future analyses. Additionally, the Material Scientist acts as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area. They are expected to develop lab SOPs and work on further developing testing standards in the lab. Finally, they must be able to effectively handle project work and effectively communicate with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing.
The tasks will include:
Testing raw materials, finished products as needed to support R D activities using laboratory equipment
Maintaining, calibrating, and operating analytical lab equipment (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer, etc.)
Analyzing different sets of mineral raw-materials and refractory ceramic products with the instruments available, communicating the results with the R D Research Engineers
Communicating with equipment suppliers when needed to execute activities
Handling of chemicals in the lab in a safe and proper way
Act as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area
Interacting with other labs in RHIM to harmonize testing methods
Running regular control samples related to globally calibrated equipment
Lead improvement projects in the lab
Developing testing procedures and ensuring they are followed
Testing of raw materials or prototype products as needed and reporting of results in an organized manner
Willingness to stay up to date on testing method technologies and training
About you
Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Geology, or other physical science with at least 2 years of chemistry coursework
Preferred 3-5 years of experience in a lab setting
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment
Knowledge of mineral phases and inorganic chemistry
Knowledge of laboratory safety and approved chemical disposal practices
Ability to follow established methods and procedures
Ability to develop methods and procedures
Willingness to learn new tasks, and flexibility in work assignments
Knowledge in the operation of laboratory equipment such as XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, CS Analyzer and Dilatometer
This position requires that the person be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently or as part of a group
Knowledge of analytical testing methods with listed laboratory equipment.
Experience with evaluating and testing ceramic components and binders.
Reporting of results in an organized manner
Computer skills: Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
We Offer Amazing benefits!
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and many more
Do you recognize yourself in this role?
At RHI Magnesita everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply. We evaluate applications based on required qualifications and regardless of gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status. At RHI Magnesita we appreciate the value of diverse teams.
Learn more about us and follow us at:
Do you want to know more? Check out www.rhimagnesita.com
Find us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
About this amazing opportunity!!!
RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.
Materials Scientist
About this amazing opportunity!!!
RHI Magnesita has an amazing opportunity for a Materials Scientist, in York, PA. The Materials Scientist applies their knowledge and skills to support R D, HSE and QC through physical and chemical analysis testing.
Responsibilities include maintaining, calibrating, and operating analytical lab equipment pertaining to refractory ceramics (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer, etc.) as well as supporting in developing the lab with future analyses. Additionally, the Material Scientist acts as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area. They are expected to develop lab SOPs and work on further developing testing standards in the lab. Finally, they must be able to effectively handle project work and effectively communicate with Engineering, Sales, and Marketing.
The tasks will include:
Testing raw materials, finished products as needed to support R D activities using laboratory equipment
Maintaining, calibrating, and operating analytical lab equipment (including but not limited to the XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, Dilatometer, etc.)
Analyzing different sets of mineral raw-materials and refractory ceramic products with the instruments available, communicating the results with the R D Research Engineers
Communicating with equipment suppliers when needed to execute activities
Handling of chemicals in the lab in a safe and proper way
Act as the Chemical Hygiene Officer and Radiation Safety Officer for the lab area
Interacting with other labs in RHIM to harmonize testing methods
Running regular control samples related to globally calibrated equipment
Lead improvement projects in the lab
Developing testing procedures and ensuring they are followed
Testing of raw materials or prototype products as needed and reporting of results in an organized manner
Willingness to stay up to date on testing method technologies and training
About you
Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Geology, or other physical science with at least 2 years of chemistry coursework
Preferred 3-5 years of experience in a lab setting
Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of the operation and care of specialized laboratory equipment
Knowledge of mineral phases and inorganic chemistry
Knowledge of laboratory safety and approved chemical disposal practices
Ability to follow established methods and procedures
Ability to develop methods and procedures
Willingness to learn new tasks, and flexibility in work assignments
Knowledge in the operation of laboratory equipment such as XRF, XRD, SEM, TGA, CS Analyzer and Dilatometer
This position requires that the person be a highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently or as part of a group
Knowledge of analytical testing methods with listed laboratory equipment.
Experience with evaluating and testing ceramic components and binders.
Reporting of results in an organized manner
Computer skills: Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint
We Offer Amazing benefits!
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and many more
Do you recognize yourself in this role?
At RHI Magnesita everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply. We evaluate applications based on required qualifications and regardless of gender identity, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status. At RHI Magnesita we appreciate the value of diverse teams.
Learn more about us and follow us at:
Do you want to know more? Check out www.rhimagnesita.com
Find us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube
Job ID: 476622617
Originally Posted on: 5/11/2025
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