Ceramic Materials Process Engineer

Job Description

Ceramic Materials Process Engineer

Position type:
Full‑Time, Salaried

Pay range: $75,000.00 – $

Location:

Washington Mills, PO Box 423, Niagara Falls, New York, United States of America

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 motivated Ceramic Materials Process Engineer. If this sounds like you, join us in Niagara Falls, New York!

Washington Mills is built on values that matter. Founded more than 150 years ago, we are a trusted producer of abrasive, ceramic, and refractory grains and powders. We serve thousands of customers worldwide and constantly pursue growth in our products, approach, and people. Our standards of honesty, integrity, and reliability guide our business today. With global distribution across North America and Europe, we offer a world of opportunity, creativity, and challenge.

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 involve all process engineering aspects of a manufacturing plant and promote safety and environmental compliance. The engineer will mainly support the 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 advise 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

• 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

• 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

Washington Mills is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. Qualified minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Washington Mills is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, creed, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, pregnancy, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.