Technical Sales Engineer – Steel Refractories
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LocationJamshedpur, Jharkhand, India
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
Experience8–10 yrs
Company size1,001–5,000 people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live2d ago
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Diploma / B.E. / B. Tech in Ceramic / Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering
8 to 10 years of experience in steel refractory technical sales or application
Prior site experience in steel plants is mandatory
Strong knowledge of SMS refractory practices and failure mechanisms
Practical experience in gunning, casting, and brick lining supervision
Understanding of steelmaking processes (Ladle, EAF/BOF, Tundish, RH, Torpedo)
Ability to interpret refractory wear patterns and recommend solutions
Good communication and presentation skills for technical discussions
Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools
Skills
MS Excel
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Sales & Business Development:
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Promote and sell shaped refractories such as:
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MgO-C Bricks
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AMC Bricks
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Promote and sell unshaped refractories such as:
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Basic gunning mass
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Castables and DVM for tundish
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Shotcreting materials
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Participate in RFQs and trials.
Application & Performance Monitoring:
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Hands-on monitoring of refractory performance in:
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Ladles (metal zone, slag zone, bottom)
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EAF/BOF vessels
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Tundish working lining (DVM, castable)
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Torpedo and RH degasser applications
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Conduct post-mortem analysis and life improvement studies.
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Track consumption patterns (kg/ton) and suggest optimization.
Trial Management & Technical Support
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Plan, execute, and monitor refractory trials at customer sites.
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Coordinate with plant operations during installation, gunning, casting, and dry-out.
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Troubleshoot application issues and recommend corrective actions.
Customer Relationship & Coordination
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Develop strong relationships with SMS operations, refractory maintenance, and purchase teams.
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Act as a single point of contact between customer and plant/technical team.
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Provide regular technical reports and performance feedback.
Documentation & Reporting
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Prepare trial reports, performance reports, and technical presentations.
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Maintain data on lining life, consumption, and cost per ton steel.
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Support marketing team with case studies and technical inputs.
Required Skills & Competencies:
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Strong knowledge of SMS refractory practices and failure mechanisms.
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Practical experience in gunning, casting, and brick lining supervision.
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Understanding of steelmaking processes (Ladle, EAF/BOF, Tundish, RH, Torpedo).
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Ability to interpret refractory wear patterns and recommend solutions.
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Good communication and presentation skills for technical discussions.
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Proficiency in MS Excel and reporting tools.
Qualification & Experience:
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Diploma / B.E. / B. Tech in Ceramic / Metallurgy / Mechanical Engineering.
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8 to 10 years of experience in steel refractory technical sales or application. Prior site experience in steel plants is mandatory.