Sr. Engineer / Engineer – Refractory (Coke Oven) Job in Chandrapur at Lloyds Metals & Energy Ltd

• Key Responsibilities

1. Refractory Maintenance & Execution:

• Plan and execute refractory relining, repair, patching, and maintenance activities for Coke Oven batteries, regenerator, and CDQ units.
• Supervise refractory installation during shutdowns, ensuring adherence to design and technical specifications.
• Carry out periodic inspections to identify cracks, bulging, and wear patterns in oven walls, doors, and regenerators.
• Coordinate with operations for hot and cold repair jobs, including silica brick replacement and guniting/fettling work.
• Ensure refractory dry-out and baking schedules are properly followed during commissioning or relining.

2. Performance Monitoring:

• Track refractory life, wear rate, and consumption trends for all Coke Oven zones.
• Analyze refractory failure modes (spalling, thermal shock, chemical attack) and implement preventive measures.
• Maintain daily/weekly refractory performance data, including temperature, pressure, and oven condition logs.
• Support technical evaluation and trial of new refractory materials for life enhancement and cost optimization.

3. Material Handling & Quality Control:

• Verify refractory quality, size, and specifications during receipt and storage.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of refractory materials to avoid damage and contamination.
• Coordinate with the quality and purchase teams for inspection and testing of incoming refractory materials.
• Prepare material issue plans as per maintenance and shutdown schedules.

4. Coordination & Planning:

• Prepare job plans and resource requirements (manpower, tools, refractory material) for all refractory activities.
• Liaise with Mechanical, Electrical, and Operation departments for maintenance coordination.
• Support execution of annual shutdowns and planned maintenance schedules.
• Ensure timely completion of refractory jobs with minimal impact on production.

5. Safety, Environment & Compliance:

• Follow and enforce safety protocols during refractory works, especially in confined or hot areas.
• Conduct toolbox talks and safety checks before and during refractory maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety norms during disposal of refractory waste.
• Adhere to 5S, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards in the workplace.

6. Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain detailed records of refractory job history, material usage, and life data for all Coke Oven units.
• Prepare and submit daily job progress and consumption reports to the section head.
• Assist in preparation of monthly refractory performance summaries and cost analyses.
• Support documentation for audits, shutdown reports, and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Ceramic / Metallurgical / Mechanical Engineering

Experience:

• Engineer: 2–5 years of experience in refractory maintenance of Coke Oven or related high-temperature units in an integrated steel plant.
• Sr. Engineer: 5–8 years of experience with hands-on expertise in Coke Oven refractory systems (chamber walls, regenerator, doors, CDQ).

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Sound knowledge of Coke Oven design, refractory lining patterns, and materials (silica, fireclay, insulating).
• Experience in refractory installation, guniting, fettling, and dry-out.
• Understanding of Coke Oven heating and pressure balance and its impact on refractory performance.
• Proficiency in refractory inspection and measurement tools.
• Good analytical and problem-solving ability for failure diagnosis.
• Team player with strong coordination and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.
• Working knowledge of MS Office / SAP (PM & MM) preferred.

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