Job title Process Scientist
Location: Brimsdown, London
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 Scientist, 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.
We are seeking a Process Scientist to provide process support to the evaluation department in Brimsdown as well as develop and improve sampling and evaluation processes for customer feedstocks to the PGM refining business. The work will involve monitoring and analysis of processes and data in conjunction with laboratory, pilot and plant scale development and commissioning trials for our operations at Brimsdown.
As the Process Scientist, you will help drive our goals by:
1. Provide general technical support to the Evaluation department to address processing issues and concerns and ensure safe and efficient operations.
2. Design and carry out validations of sampling techniques to ensure the results are representative and repeatable.
3. Build knowledge and expertise in sampling through participation in external courses and reading literature.
4. Assist with refining evaluations to determine sampling and processing routes for potential new refining opportunities and identify potential EHS or operational concerns.
5. Provide technical input into potential process improvements, modifying or commissioning new equipment in the evaluation department as needed.
6. Conduct investigations to assist in Customer complaint resolution.
7. Collaborate with Supply Chain, Commercial, and Analytical teams to investigate and resolve potential sampling issues and evaluate risks.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
8. Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy or Chemistry
9. High level of numeracy, working with data and statistics
10. Demonstrated an understanding and commitment to EH&S
11. Experience working in a quality-driven environment
12. Good practical skills and experience at lab, pilot or plant scale
13. Desire to learn new skills and processes
14. Delivers innovative & practical solutions
Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!
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:
15. Retirement savings
16. Share plans
17. Saving accounts
18. Life assurance and income protection
19. Medical plans / health assessments
20. 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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