Vesuvius, plc, the world leader in ceramics and refractories related to the molten steel industry, is seeking a Senior R&D Project Leader to join the Flow Control group at our refractories research centre near Mons, Belgium. Vesuvius is committed to hiring top researchers and project leaders across a broad range of disciplines in order to strengthen its technical base to deliver breakthrough products and solutions in all major product areas. Vesuvius currently employs over 10,000 people and has 70 manufacturing plants in 40 countries throughout the world delivering to its customers on every continent “best in class” products and services. Come and join our dynamic team in an attractive city that is rapidly diversifying culturally and economically.
Position Overview:
The Flow Control Research team is looking for a Senior R&D Project Leader for product and production process development activities in Flow Control refractories. The working place is based at the global R&D centre in Ghlin,
The Senior R&D Project Leader is responsible for formulating the project goals, planning and realization of the laboratory activities, production of prototypes and customer trials. In this role the Senior R&D Project Leader interacts with different groups and individuals within R&D and in Marketing, Sales, Operations. The position offers an opportunity to work in a global organization which values energy, dedication and creativity.
Key Areas of Responsibility:
* To lead development projects to provide improved product performance or value.
* To design and to carry out experiments in support of new product development projects.
* To designs and to carry out research experiments to increase fundamental understanding of products and processes.
* To identify and to implement improvements in R&D tests, processes and equipment to yield a safer working environment and better-quality R&D results.
* To collaborate with internal colleagues and external scientists and to monitor technology advances in literature.
Requirements
Qualifications:
You have a master’s or Ph.D Degree in Materials or Ceramic Science/Engineering or Civil Engineering or related field.
Experience:
You have at least 8-10 years of experience in R&D and/or in a similar role.
Required Skill Set:
Technical:
* You have a significant knowledge of applied materials science and engineering. Experience in research, production and utilization of refractories is a plus.
* You also have some knowledge in the following subject areas:
o Material processing (raw material mixing, pressing, heat treatments, coating);
o Material characterization (powder properties, mechanical tests, corrosion tests, microstructure characterization, …);
o Steelmaking process.
* You are logical, methodical, and an adept of the "scientific" approach to problem solving.
* You have excellent analytical skills: you are a problem solver and are able to make complex decisions.
Personal, Operating & Management:
* You have a proven experience to lead multi-disciplinary projects.
* You are a driven & energetic person
* You have a high level of autonomy: self-motivated, organized, focused, sense of priorities
* You have an interest in teamwork and possibly managing a small team
Interpersonal & Communication:
* You speak English (working language) in an international culture. Knowledge of French is a plus.
* You are able to present technical subjects to non-technical audience
* You are motivated to relocate to Belgium
Benefits
Working at Vesuvius, you will get the opportunity to build an international career. You will join a team of expert people who work on continuous improvements at all levels and with pioneering technologies.
You can count on an attractive salary package. Besides, we offer you meal vouchers, an interesting group and hospitalization insurance and other fringe benefits. Furthermore, you can opt for a company car.
Are you ready to take the challenge?
Apply from now on and join us: Vesuvius is waiting for you!