HarbisonWalker International

Research Technician II

1001 Pgh Mckeesport Blvd, West Mifflin, PA 15122

On-site · Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 10, 2026

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HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Innovation and Technology Team as a Research Technician II. Summary The Research Technician II operates laboratory equipment, prepares raw materials, performs experimental procedures, records data, and executes planned research activities using observation, and analytical techniques to determine physical properties at ambient and elevated temperatures.
Responsibilities

Preparing raw materials (drying, crushing, screening, etc.)
Batching/weighing raw materials and forming samples (mixing, pressing, casting, gunning, etc.)
Preparing (sawing, core drilling, etc.) samples to prescribed shapes and sizes; Submitting measured and labeled specimens
Testing specimens and recording, analyzing and reporting data
Maintaining and supporting facility (cleaning, shipping/receiving, inventory control, etc.) and performing routine equipment maintenance
Supporting the HarbisonWalker Business System (HBS) including 5S by identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous process improvement as metrics warrant

Requirements

High School diploma/GED required
Associates degree in chemistry, materials science, or related field preferred
Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Requires interpersonal communications skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
Requires organizational skills with accurate and precise attention to detail
Requires problem solving skills
Requires efficient management of time and the ability to meet deadlines
Requires the ability to work in a lab environment and to follow safety protocols
The Research Technician II generally requires two (2) – four (4) years of experience in refractory or related research.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time talking and hearing, using hands/fingers to handle and/or feel and reaching with hands and arms; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, walking and sitting; less than 1/3 of time climbing, balancing, stopping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling.
Lifting: Requires lifting up to 55 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
Vision: Requires accurate close, distance and peripheral vision and depth perception and the ability to focus.
Environment: Requires less than 1/3 of time in an office setting with limited exposure, working in wet or humid conditions or extreme heat, working near moving mechanical parts or in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and/or vibrations.
Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.

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