Job Title: Process Engineer
Location: Royston
World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Process Engineer, you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
The role:
As a Process Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:
1. Provide computational modelling expertise to the PGMS Refining Technical organisation across Royston and Brimsdown sites.
2. Design and develop a mass balance model that will act as a tool for supply chain and production management in order to enable a more sustainable and cost-effective approach to refining of PGMs.
3. Demonstrates initiative, innovation and creativity to deliver business objectives and encourages others to look for opportunities to innovate.
4. Demonstrates leadership in EHS and contributes to all required aspects of safety reviews within the Refining Business
5. Provide process engineering support and troubleshooting necessary to meet all production & customer commitments.
6. Initiate process improvements to ensure the refinery can run at the design throughput level, maximising process yields and product purity and/or lower production costs, to enhance the overall cost effectiveness of the business unit.
7. Evaluate experimentation carried out by the Development Process Chemists/Engineers to determine scaled up process modification and efficiencies at pilot and plant scale application
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
8. Degree in Chemical Engineering based subject - Essential
9. At least 2 years of demonstrated experience as Chemical/Process Engineer - Essential
10. Experience of structured problem-solving techniques such as Six Sigma and Lean - Desirable
11. Chartered Engineer through a relevant professional body - Desirable
What we offer:
We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
12. Retirement savings
13. Share plans
14. Saving accounts
15. House saving funds
16. Life and disability insurance
17. Commuter allowances and loans
18. Medical plans / health assessments
19. Fitness discounts
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.
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Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.
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