Help Us Build the Future of Silicon Production
Position: Testing Technician – High-Temperature Furnace Operations
Location: Foetz, Luxembourg
Language: English (working language)
Company: Kore Metals
Start date: As soon as possible (ASAP)
Apply here: https://maanaelectric.com/career/
About Us
Kore Metals (subsidiary of Maana Electric) is a European cleantech company reinventing how silicon is produced. Using a breakthrough electrochemical process, we are making metallurgical-grade silicon more sustainable, cost-effective, and scalable. As we move from lab to pilot and industrial scale, we are seeking a hands-on, reliable Testing Technician to support furnace operations and ensure the success of our testing campaigns.
Your Mission
You will be responsible for the operation, maintenance, and improvement of our high-temperature furnace systems used for silicon production. These range from lab-scale test setups to pilot-scale production systems. Your role will be essential in executing test campaigns, documenting performance, and helping identify and implement technical improvements.
You will collaborate closely with senior engineers and scientists, contributing directly to the development of our next-generation industrial technology.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain high-temperature furnaces for the testing and production of silicon.
- Conduct test campaigns according to defined procedures and help in drafting test plans when needed.
- Monitor, record, and perform basic analysis on test results, identifying anomalies or deviations from expected performance.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing furnace systems and related equipment.
- Implement technical improvements to testing setups.
- Work closely with engineering and R&D teams to provide feedback and assist in iterative system development.
- Ensure all operations follow safety protocols and contribute to maintaining a safe and organized lab environment.
- Maintain detailed test logs, equipment records, and documentation for traceability and reporting.
Ideal Profile
- Technical background demonstrated through either:
- Hands-on experience with industrial or laboratory equipment (ideally related to thermal processing, metallurgy, or high-temperature systems), or
- A relevant technical degree such as BTS/DUT/BUT/Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Electromechanics, or Industrial Maintenance (or equivalent).
- Hands-on ability to build, modify, and maintain mechanical systems.
- Familiarity with test planning, execution, and documentation.
- Comfortable working in a dynamic, hardware-focused environment with evolving systems.
- Proactive and solution-oriented; able to work independently with attention to detail.
- Ability to machine, using a manual and/or CNC mill and lathe are a plus.
- Experience with CAD software is an advantage
- Working knowledge of English required, including technical communication.
Why Join Us?
- Join a mission-driven team transforming industrial technology, and make a real impact on the future of clean and sustainable materials production.
- Gain experience working on cutting-edge electrochemical processes for sustainable materials.
- Engage in a hands-on role with real impact on the development of pilot and future production systems.
- Work in a collaborative, respectful, and safety-conscious environment.
- We offer a long-term position, with attractive salary package, commensurate with experience.
