Process Controls Engineer

Johnson Matthey • West Deptford Township, NJ

8d • $103,000 - $118,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Johnson Matthey is hiring a Process Controls Engineer in West Deptford, New Jersey. The role supports the company’s PGMS R&D environment by developing long-term control system strategies and improving process performance and scalability. The engineer will lead controls and automation projects for batch and continuous chemical processes, provide technical support for control systems, networks, and plant operations, and improve instrumentation, electrical, and control system performance. The role also includes establishing control and automation standards, ensuring safety, regulatory, and PSM compliance, and supporting OT cybersecurity initiatives and risk assessments.

Johnson Matthey describes its work as applying, refining, and recycling metals to support emissions reduction, modern life, and life-saving technologies. The company offers hybrid and flexible working and comprehensive employee benefits. The stated pay range is $103,000–$118,000.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemical, Electrical, or a related engineering discipline, with strong industrial experience in process control.
• Proven experience programming Allen Bradley PLCs (PLC5, Micrologix, CompactLogix, and ControlLogix) using Rockwell Automation software.
• Experience working with SCADA systems.
• Strong understanding of instrumentation, process control systems, and motor control, including VFDs.
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols such as Ethernet, ControlNet, and Remote I/O.
• Experience supporting projects and operational troubleshooting within a chemical or process manufacturing environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with FactoryTalk View SE SCADA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of long-term control system strategies to improve process performance and scalability within the PGMS R&D environment.
• Act as technical lead on controls and automation projects supporting batch and continuous chemical processes.
• Provide expert troubleshooting and technical support for control systems, networks, and plant operations.
• Define and implement control and automation standards, ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and PSM requirements.
• Identify and deliver improvements to instrumentation, electrical, and control system performance.
• Support OT cybersecurity initiatives and risk assessments to ensure secure and compliant operations.

Benefits

• 401(k) match and additional employer retirement contribution.
• 20 days of annual PTO (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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time