Ceramic Materials Process Engineer

Ceramic Materials Process Engineer

Req #352

Washington Mills, Niagara Falls, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM

Ceramic Materials Process Engineer

Position type: Full-Time, Salaried

Pay range: $75,000.00 - $105,000.00

Location: Niagara Falls, NY

Ask Yourself This

Are you an engineer ready to contribute to projects that serve the public good? Are you a problem-solver with a passion for efficiency and innovation? We're looking for a skilled and motived Ceramic Materials Process Engineer, if this sounds like you, then join us in Niagara Falls, New York!

Who We Are

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we have earned our reputation as one of the world's most trusted and reliable producers of abrasive, ceramic and refractory grains and powders. Serving thousands of customers and offering the broadest selection of abrasive grain and specialty electro-fused minerals in the market today, we constantly pursue growth in our products, our approach, and our people. Our founding principles of honesty, integrity and reliability still guide our business today, and we are a proud community of hands-on problem solvers, committed to shaping the materials applications of the future. With global distribution and sites located throughout North American and Europe, Washington Mills opens the door to a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

What You'll Do

The Ceramic Materials Process Engineer plans, organizes, and directs engineering functions to meet company objectives for new product development and improvement of existing product lines. This position will be involved in all process engineering aspects of a manufacturing plant and will promote safety and environmental compliance within the plant. The Ceramic Materials Process Engineer will have primary responsibility to our R D Program and report to the General Manager.

Learn internal materials processing and furnace systems

Manage assigned technical responsibilities for existing active processing facilities and coach, teach, and advice process operators

Design experiments at lab, pilot plant, and manufacturing scale to qualify new products and processes

Lead in developing and improving standard operating procedures, work instructions, and test methods for manufacturing and quality control processes

Assist in investigations related to deviations and out of specification results

Assume responsibility for matters relating to product chemistry and physical characteristics

Assist in understanding and resolving product chemistry issues with the laboratory

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in professional societies

What You'll Need

To be successful in this position, you must:

Possess a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical/ceramic/chemical or industrial engineering with a minimum of 5 years of work experience

Have project management experience, a strong understanding of process safety concepts, and a strong background in quality systems

Have the ability to independently create functional and cost-effective designs that meet complex requirements

Be willing to work in a collaborative environment to improve efficiencies and reduce costs

Be a U.S Citizen

Compensation

We proudly offer robust compensation and benefits packages, including:

Competitive pay, commensurate with experience

Heavily subsidized medical and dental plans

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Company-paid life insurance

Immediate paid vacation and generous holiday time

Family-friendly sick and personal leave policies

Opportunities for career development