Senior Process Engineer

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Vacancy: Process Engineer

Location: Brimsdown

Job Family: R&D

Together for a cleaner, healthier world.

As the Process Engineer you will design, develop and improve pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical and evaluation processes. 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.

Johnson Matthey (JM) is a global leader in sustainable technologies that will accelerate the transition to net zero. We’re dedicated to creating the sustainable technologies of the future. Using our knowledge of chemistry and its applications, we research, develop and create innovative solutions to make the world cleaner and healthier.

Our science and sustainable technologies have a global impact in areas such as low emission transport, pharmaceuticals, chemical processing, and the efficient use of the planet’s natural resources.

Efficient Natural Resources (ENR) is a sector at the core of JM, offering leading science and chemical process technology solutions that allow our customers to operate efficiently, profitably and sustainably. Our industry is on the cusp on transformative change, and we aim to accelerate this transition to net zero by being the trusted and respected leader in process technology and catalyst capability and enabling the circularity of critical materials.

Platinum Group Metal Services (PGMS), a business within our Efficient Natural Resources sector, is a leading refiner and recycler of precious group metals. The growing demand for low carbon and responsibly sourced products is creating growth opportunities in critical metals recycling and secondary refining, and as the world’s largest precious metals recycler, PGMS is a key player in the circular economy.

Your Responsibilities

• Promote high environmental, health and safety standards and behaviours for yourself and your co-workers.
• Develop and improve pyrometallurgical, thermal and concentration processes in conjunction with production, customers, external technology suppliers, JMTC and other members of the technical team.
• Monitor and analyse refining processes data, supporting resolution of issues.
• Undertake bench, pilot and plant scale experimental work.
• Provide process expertise to enable HAZOP studies to be carried out on new process plants and Process Hazard Reviews on existing operations.
• Carry out appropriate risk assessments (Risk, COSHH, Manual Handling, etc) for the development work.
• Participate in root cause analysis of incidents that occur within the Brimsdown site.
  

Requirements For The Role

• Degree in Chemical Engineering based subject or equivalent.
• High level of numeracy, working with systems and data.
• Full understanding of heat and mass balances, P&IDs and PFDs and other process docs.
• Demonstrated a high level of understanding and commitment to EH&S.
• Full understanding of hazard studies.
• Whilst the primary site for the role is in Brimsdown, the incumbent will be expected to work, on occasions, at the Royston site. They may also be expected to travel periodically overseas including to the refinery in Zhangjiagang, China.
  

Due to the nature of this role applicants must be non-smokers and have been free from nicotine products for at least 3 months

How You Will Be Rewarded

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift based roles). Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing – for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We’ll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We’ll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we’re self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We’re passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you – a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

Closing date for applications: 13 June 2022

For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact UKRecruit@matthey.com.

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How To Apply

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.