Vacancy: Senior Process Engineer
Location: Chilton, UK
Job Family: Engineering

As a Senior Process Engineer, you will be designing, commissioning, and optimising site utility & infrastructure assets as well as pilot plants and bespoke process development equipment, spanning multiple Business Units across Teesside and 3rd party sites.

Your purpose will be to execute and lead process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures to schedule and budget as advised by the Project Manager, to deliver the capital programme for our Teesside businesses and improve operational efficiency. 

At Johnson Matthey we have over 200 years of history of developing innovative solutions to the most complex technology challenges, and this includes developing and licensing world class technologies. We are focused on sustainability and our technologies will play a critical role in decarbonising the chemicals and energy sector by delivering ever more efficient, sustainable ways to make vital products and fuels and which will be used all over the world. 

Your responsibilities:

 Execute and lead process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures Develop process engineering designs, including pressure relief systems, heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&ID development and process safety designComplete process engineering calculations Participate in process hazard assessments and other technical risk assessments (including Hazard Studies, LoPA & Area Classification)Provide process engineering support for site infrastructure (including gas storage & distribution systems, steam systems, natural gas purification, chemical disposal systems and a compressor house) as well as pilot plants and bespoke process development equipment.Collaborate with & give quality technical advice to internal customers such as our site operations team and R&D teamsProvide awareness training & validation for the wider technical community

Requirements for the role:

Degree in Chemical Engineering or equivalentExperience Demonstrable experience in a Process Engineering roleDemonstrable experience of Process Safety, including active participation in process hazard assessments such as HAZOP, LoPA, Area ClassificationDemonstrable experience of Process Engineering at the pilot scaleStrong communicator and a team player, comfortable interacting with & leading many different stakeholdersDelivery-focused to business-critical timescales and able to work under pressure

How you will be rewarded:
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles). 

At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised.

For any queries or should you have any accessibility requirements, please contact GlobalRecruit@matthey.com who will work with you to implement suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are treated in the strictest of confidence and we would appreciate your feedback to ensure we can provide an accessible and enjoyable recruitment process.

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.

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