Catalytic Testing Engineer

Johnson Matthey • Easttown Township, PA

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About The Position

As a Catalytic Testing Engineer at Johnson Matthey, you will contribute to the company’s sustainable technology mission by supporting and improving laboratory capability and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). This individual-contributor role applies established quality standards. The engineer works independently on specific quality tasks within required time frames, with support available and regular checks by a supervisor or senior colleague, and may instruct or coach other professionals.

The role involves collaborating with laboratory leadership, team leads, and development teams to plan and execute improvement projects; assessing process and occupational risks related to new instrumentation and procedures; supporting testing activities as business demands require; and providing technical assistance to SCAT analysts. You will define and report project KPIs, communicate progress, and escalate delays or support needs when testing programs may be affected. You will also use lean processes and proactive daily meetings to monitor safety, schedule adherence, 5S, and quality, while managing safety, housekeeping, equipment capability, inventories, and continuous improvement.

This position is on third shift, Sunday through Thursday. Johnson Matthey offers hybrid and flexible working and a range of employee benefits. The company emphasizes inclusivity and provides accessibility adjustments during recruitment as needed.

Requirements

• Experience in analytical testing.
• Strong computer literacy, including strong Excel skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time-management and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• A technical degree.
• Catalyst performance testing experience.
• Experience with Power BI.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Lab Manager, SCAT Lab Supervisor, Lab Team Leads, and Development teams to define, plan, and execute projects that improve laboratory capability and OEE.
• Prioritize process and occupational risk assessments for the procurement and use of new instrumentation and operating procedures.
• Support testing activities as required by business demands.
• Provide technical resources and assistance to SCAT analysts.
• Define and report project-completion KPIs, communicate progress, and escalate delays or requests for additional support when test programs may be affected.
• Use lean processes and proactive daily meetings with the SCAT team and stakeholders to monitor safety, schedule adherence, 5S, and quality.
• Proactively manage safety, housekeeping, equipment capability, and inventories.
• Monitor testing quality and take active steps toward continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan with 401(k) match and an additional employer contribution.
• 20 days of annual PTO; amount varies for shift-based roles.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Health insurance, including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage.
• Voluntary benefits.
• Wellbeing programs and incentives.
• Tuition assistance.
• Parental leave.
• Hybrid and flexible working support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed