Process Engineer I: Smelting & Process Improvement

Matthey; London Borough of Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings

Share Incentive Plan

Life Insurance

Income protection

Critical illness

Medical plans

Wellbeing discounts

Annual incentive

Job summary

Johnson Matthey in the United Kingdom is seeking a Process Engineer I to join a world leader in platinum group metals. You will apply chemical engineering fundamentals to support safe, efficient smelting operations and contribute to our sustainable, circular future.

You will design lab, pilot and plant trials, analyze data, develop process models and work with Operations, Engineering, EHS and R&D to drive improvements and growth. We offer hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals (heat/mass balances, PFDs, P&IDs).
• Commitment to EH&S standards including risk assessment.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills to interpret data.
• Lab, pilot plant or industrial manufacturing experience.
• Clear communication and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Support safe, reliable and efficient smelting operations through process engineering.
• Lead improvement initiatives to enhance safety, asset performance, automation and reliability.
• Develop and maintain process models to evaluate feed composition and downstream impacts.
• Use plant data and statistical analysis to identify opportunities and reduce variability.
• Design and deliver lab, pilot and plant-scale trials with appropriate risk assessments and documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, EHS, Supply Chain and R&D for commissioning and growth.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication

Lab experience

Cross-functional teamwork

Process modeling

Education

Chemical Engineering degree

Job description

Johnson Matthey in the United Kingdom is seeking a Process Engineer I to join a world leader in platinum group metals. You will apply chemical engineering fundamentals to support safe, efficient smelting operations and contribute to our sustainable, circular future.

You will design lab, pilot and plant trials, analyze data, develop process models and work with Operations, Engineering, EHS and R&D to drive improvements and growth. We offer hybrid working and a comprehensive benefits package.