Location: Charlotte, NC (Relocation Assistance Available)

Work Setting: In-office required, hybrid potential after training

Travel: Up to 50% annually (International & Domestic)

Compensation: $106,000 - $178,900 + bonuses, incentives, and overtime eligibility

Position Overview

Join a global leader in direct reduction ironmaking technology, dedicated to transforming the steel industry with cleaner, more efficient solutions. With operations in over 20 countries, this company is rewriting the future of iron and steel—while helping to secure the future of our planet. As a Senior Refractory Specialist, you’ll be more than just a technical expert. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing team that values fresh thinking, innovation, and professional growth. You’ll use your expertise to design, optimize, and troubleshoot refractory systems for industrial plants worldwide. This role offers a dynamic mix of office-based engineering and hands-on fieldwork—giving you the opportunity to see your work in action. If you're looking for meaningful work in a small-team environment where your contributions matter, this is the place for you.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Pay & Bonuses – Market-based salaries with discretionary performance bonuses.
• Flexible Work Policy – Hybrid work options, flexible hours, and half-day Fridays.
• Long-Term Incentive Plan – 25% accrual rate of yearly bonus payout after 4 years.
• 401(k) Match & Profit Sharing – Dollar-for-dollar match up to 6% + annual discretionary profit-sharing.
• Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, Dental, and Vision (company pays up to 75% of premiums).
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement, memberships, and ongoing training opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance – 4 weeks of paid vacation (including an end-of-year office closure).
• Give Back – Paid volunteer time for causes that matter to you.

What You Bring

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in refractory engineering, manufacturing, or quality assurance.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Inventor (or equivalent design software).
• Strong mechanical and heat transfer calculation skills.
• Industrial plant experience and ability to provide field advisory services.
• Ability to travel internationally up to 50% (approximately 60 days per year).

Preferred:

• Advanced 3D modeling skills and experience with Autodesk Vault.
• Experience with ASME code-compliant welded joint design and inspection.
• Direct Reduction or steel industry experience.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables and engineering data organization.

What You’ll Do

• Design and optimize refractory linings for furnaces, ductwork, and heat exchangers.
• Specify and select refractory materials, ensuring quality and durability.
• Provide technical support for installations, repairs, and plant shutdowns.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Inventor to develop mechanical and refractory drawings.
• Troubleshoot field issues and collaborate with engineering teams on solutions.
• Mentor junior teammates and help shape the future of refractory engineering.
• Travel internationally for site inspections, vendor assessments, and project execution.