Careers at MRF

MRF offers an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, paid vacation, personal days, company sponsored 401(k) plan as well as a quiet, low stress working atmosphere. Located in central New Hampshire between Manchester and Concord, MRF is a world class manufacturer of high temperature, controlled atmosphere furnaces with operations worldwide.

Current Openings

Please feel free to submit your resume even if you don’t see available positions posted. We are always on the lookout for fresh talent. Please email a cover letter and your resumé to: jamesm@mrf-furnaces.com

Mechanical Assembler

Position Overview

High-temperature furnace manufacturer in Allenstown NH seeks a person with mechanical skills to assemble high-temperature vacuum and controlled atmosphere furnaces. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented team player who strives for top quality workmanship, be comfortable reading blueprints, assembling gas and water systems, but we are willing to train the right individual. Must be a self-starter with a willingness to do whatever needs to be done, and you will be able to see a project from start to a finished operational high-temperature furnace. Must supply own hand tools.

Excellent benefits package includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, paid vacation, personal days, company sponsored 401(k) plan. Located in central New Hampshire between Manchester and Concord, MRF is a world class manufacturer of high-temperature, controlled atmosphere furnaces with operations worldwide.

Essential Job Functions:

Assembly of products according to specifications.
Preparation of hoses for water-cooling systems.
Assemble pallets for shipping furnaces.
Rework and make parts as needed.
Performs typical maintenance tasks to support the assembly floor and the entire facility.
Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department supervisor.
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows prescribed safety regulations.
Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machinery and the building or grounds as required.
Deliver and pick-up parts/products from vendors.
Assemble gas systems read blueprints and drawings and also follow verbal instructions.

Knowledge/Education/Certification Requirements

High school diploma
1-2 years hands-on experience in manufacturing environment
Some mechanical knowledge/understanding

Other Skills/Ability

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and to climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must regularly lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Working Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Email a cover letter and resume to: jamesm@mrf-furnaces.com

Sales Executive

Sales Executive
Full-time

About us:
Materials Research Furnaces is a high-temperature furnace manufacturer providing precision thermal processing equipment worldwide for R&D and production facilities in sectors such as Electronics, Medical, Avionics, Government labs, Nuclear, and more.

Job description:
MRF is seeking a Regional Sales Executive to cover a specified territory. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced outside sales manager to join a great team and successful company.

This person will be responsible for profitably growing the new Furnace business in their specified territory.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a Technical or Business discipline is preferred or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of Application Engineering and Sales related work experience
Experience in an Industrial Sales and Manufacturing environment, especially in heat treat or processing industries
Frequent travel throughout territory (50%+). This may be Domestic and International.
Effectively Manage the Pipeline of new business to support short and long term goals
Ensure customer relationships are positive and deep within all accounts
Create materials for and conduct sales presentations to customers
Generate new business with new or existing customers
Routinely interacts face-to-face with customers to foster strong relationships and maintain satisfaction
Provide technical support as required
Work with Internal Engineering, Manufacturing and Leadership team to advocate for customer provide voice of customer feedback
Personally accountable for time allocation and priorities to reach goals and applying efforts to high ROI opportunities
Review and evaluate technical specifications, prepare quotations and proposals, and execute a follow-up process utilizing inside sales support, company tools, and guidelines

Benefits
MRF offers an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, paid vacation, personal days, company-sponsored 401(k) plan, life insurance, and disability coverage. Benefits start immediately after you join the MRF team.

Email a cover letter and resume to:jamesm@mrf-furnaces.com

Mechanical Engineering Manager

Full-Time

About us:

Materials Research Furnaces is a high-temperature furnace manufacturer providing precision thermal processing equipment worldwide for R&D and production facilities in sectors such as Electronics, Medical, Avionics, Government labs, Nuclear, and more.

Job description:

MRF is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager for our main office in Allenstown, NH. The engineering manager must manage mechanical and electrical engineering activities and document control staff.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
6-15 years of related work experience
Knowledge of industry standards (NFPA, NEC, UL, CSA)
Able to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets
Able to understand Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems and related control components
2D CAD experience with 3D modeling is a plus.
Proficient with Windows operating systems and MS Office software.
Professional demeanor with good written and oral communication skills
Excellent understanding of ERP systems and Document Control
Good working in a team as well as independently
Solid work ethic
Able to manage multiple tasks
Must be comfortable in both a manufacturing and office setting
Preferable to have experience with Vacuum Furnace Systems

Duties

Lead and Manage Mechanical Engineering Department
Hire engineers as per needs defined on staffing forecast.
Manage projects to ensure that engineering deliverables are produced on time and on budget
Support and assign engineering resources to projects as per task needs and skills.
Review mechanical engineering staff performance periodically.
Inform technical staff of engineering goals and business performance.
Manage mechanical ngineering competence and state-of-the-art expertise.
Handle engineering tools and upgrades.
Check ME deliverables of PD process and ensure achievement of quality standards.
Review detailed mechanical design.
Peer review of Operating Manuals
Oversee and mentor mechanical and electrical design and CAD modeling. (AutoCAD Inventor and AutoCAD Electrical)
Comply drawings with applicable standards before approval.
Plan work to ensure accounting for suitable ME deliverables.
Support methodical root cause analysis and resolve non-compliance in part performance.
Coach jobs, counsel on career and develop team members.
Develop needed infrastructure to ensure Engineering competency.
Work with our senior controls and electrical engineers and project teams to define and outline program requirements based on customer specifications and CAD drawings
Keep abreast of changes in engineering technology

Benefits

MRF offers an excellent benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, paid vacation, personal days, company-sponsored 401(k) plan, life insurance and disability coverage. Email a cover letter and resume to: jamesm@mrf-furnaces.com

Sr. Electrical Engineer

Full-Time

About us:

Job description:

MRF is seeking an experienced Electrical – Controls Engineer for our main office in Allenstown, NH. Electrical engineer candidate must apply the principles of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism to develop electrical products and systems. They perform risk assessments and ensure compliance with safety standards and electrical engineering codes. They also conduct research to create new applications and develop new markets. The Electrical Engineer job duties include:

Designing and improving electrical products and systems
Design of power supplies and control systems for complex industrial vacuum furnace equipment
Establishing manufacturing processes for electrical systems

Evaluating systems’ safety, reliability, and performance

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience
4-10 years of related work experience
Design of power supplies and control systems for complex industrial vacuum furnace equipment
Excellent Controls, PLC and HMI programming and troubleshooting skills
Able to set up and test controls instrumentation
Knowledge of industry standards (NFPA, NEC, CSA, UL)
Able to understand, program and test PID control loops
Have a solid understanding of and ability to work with, analyze and safely test VAC and DC electrical and power and control circuits
Able to read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, and device data sheets
Able to understand Pneumatic and Hydraulic systems and related control components
Ability to use testing and metering devices
CAD experience is a plus
Proficient with Windows operating systems and MS Office software.
Professional demeanor with good written and oral communication skills
Good working in a team as well as independently
Solid work ethic
Able to handle multiple tasks
Must be comfortable in both a manufacturing and office setting

Duties and responsibilities

On a daily basis, you’ll carry out various engineering tasks, such as performing calculations to ensure our systems meet the global safety standards and collaborating with technicians and computer programmers to solve emerging issues. You’ll also research on manufacturing processes and analyze data and trends to create new products. Ultimately, you will improve our company’s products and processes and contribute to its growth.

Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products
Develop manufacturing processes according to global engineering codes and standards
Manage engineering projects and deliver them on time
Define customer needs and requirements
Ensure that installations and applications are in line with customer needs and safety standards
Collaborate with engineers and technicians to design and apply new system processes
Summarize data and report on test results
Examine needs on new equipment, calculate costs and help prepare budgets
Monitor maintenance and inspection plans

Requirements and skills

Proven expertise as an electrical engineer
Hands-on experience using design and calculation software
Deep knowledge of electrical manufacturing processes
Understanding of electrical engineering codes and safety standards
Problem-solving abilities
Attention to detail
Strong organizational and communication skills
Configure instrumentation such as vacuum controllers, temperature controllers, IO devices, safety devices, motor controllers, etc.
Work with our senior controls engineer and project team to define and outline program requirements based on customer specifications and CAD drawings
Participate in in-house testing, debugging, and troubleshooting of furnace equipment
Interface with mechanical assemblers and electricians during testing and debugging.
Document testing, debugging, and troubleshooting
Keep abreast of changes in engineering technology

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