Responsibilities:

• The position will execute experiments and assignments for new product development projects in the assigned Research Unit
• Compute data acquired from experiments and report in a professional manner to the supervising Research team
• In co-ordination with team leaders, support the documentation, review and audit of lab procedures and best practices, along with mentoring/training of new technicians.
• The position will support other activities on-site by participating in safety, preventive maintenance, housekeeping, etc.
• Competent on routine laboratory tests and experiment to assist Development Engineers in making qualitative or quantitative analyses of materials using techniques that will be agreed upon with the Engineer
• Diligent and methodical on performing required materials preparation, sample preparation, and analyses to check safety, accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of the test data
• Record data and graphs, prepares simple charts or graphs, and capable of spotting any abnormal test results
• Accurately follow work instructions along with established operating procedures and test methods
• Maintain and clean laboratory instruments or equipment
• Identifies and implements improvements in R&D lab practices and equipment to yield a safer working environment and better quality R&D results
• Provide and maintain safe work environment by participating in safety programs, committees, or teams and by conducting laboratory/plant safety audits
• Provide technical support or assistance to all engineers around the lab and at off site places

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a lab environment related to Refractory Manufacturing, Refractory Product Development, or industrial R&D
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing procedures. Basic understanding of different types of refractory materials
• Skilled at “hands on” work with laboratory equipment and ideally materials testing
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 25kg
• Strong safety orientation; always operating within safe practice boundaries
• Familiarity with high temperature laboratory furnaces
• Computer proficiency 
• Confidence in written and oral communication skills for technical reporting
• Fluent English

What we Offer:

• Attractive compensation
• Private medical health care
• Lunch card
• Holiday allowance
• Internal referral program
• International work environment
• Creative atmosphere and great people