Process Engineer

Johnson Matthey•West Deptford, NJ

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Johnson Matthey’s West Deptford NJ facility, Process Engineers report to the Process Engineering Lead in the Engineering Department and are responsible for the improvement of both existing and new processes and the implementation of innovative technology to improve safety, operability, efficiency, capacity, and yield. Process Engineers will design, oversee installation and operation of, troubleshoot, and propose modifications to process systems at the facility. The role requires excellent communication skills, working with others in all types of manufacturing positions as well as R&D and laboratory personnel. The position requires a hands-on, cooperative approach to problem solving, and can involve a significant percentage of time in the plant daily.

Requirements

B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry or similar required
3-5 years of experience in engineering in a chemical process environment
Understanding of basic chemistry principles

Nice To Haves

Precious metal industry experience

Responsibilities

Updating procedures for existing and new processes
Completing projects by commissioning and optimizing the equipment, and once completed, helps with training operators on how to operate the process safely
Designing reactors and reactor systems and specifying materials of construction
Preparing drawings and sketches of reaction systems and documenting all aspects of the system.
Designing control systems and suitable instrumentation required for the process
Working closely with area supervision to support operational needs
Performing or participating in Root Cause Analysis of operational problems, unplanned events, etc.
Participating in incident investigations
Supporting turnaround work, safety evaluations, and continuous improvement activities
Serving as Subject Matter Expert for PHAs (Process Hazard Analysis), MOCs (Management of Change) and various other studies associated with existing processes and new projects
Reviewing / updating batch sheets to effect process improvements
Providing other engineering services needed by the organization from time to time.