Electrical Engineer

Johnson Matthey Inc.; Devon (CT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

PTO

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Wellbeing Programs

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Inc. in Devon, CT, is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to ensure safe operation, regulatory compliance, and reliability of the site's electrical infrastructure.

You will lead the site's electrical safety program, manage projects, training, and documentation, while supporting maintenance and troubleshooting as needed. The role requires strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA standards, high/medium/low voltage systems, and hands-on installation, testing and commissioning of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with 5+ years in manufacturing.
• Associate/technical degree with 10+ years in manufacturing.
• Experience with NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, OSHA, UL, NEMA, and ANSI.
• High, medium and low voltage systems experience.
• Ability to size transformers, busways, MCCs and conductors for upgrades.
• Experience with MCCs, VFDs, SCR controls, servo systems, robotics, instrumentation and sensors.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting for automated production machinery.
• Read electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Design control panels for automated systems using AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with arc flash energy calculations and short-circuit ratings.
• Project management experience.
• Desirable experience with the design/installation of production machinery.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies to determine electrical requirements for new/modified equipment and facilities.
• Develop scope reports, equipment specs, bid requests, schedules, and budgets.
• Supervise design, install, start-up, testing and commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Ensure final project documentation is complete including drawings and procedures.
• Oversee preventative maintenance of electrical distribution equipment.
• Manage arc flash study program.
• Assist maintenance with troubleshooting electricity issues.
• Occasional off-shift support.
• Implement continuous improvement on electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical safety

Arc flash

Electrical design

Project management

Troubleshooting

Automation systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate/Technical degree in Electrical Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As an Electrical Engineer you’ll contribute to JM’s mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future. The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation, regulatory compliance, and reliability of the electrical infrastructure at the Devon site. As the site’s Competent Person for electrical safety, this position will lead the site’s electrical safety program, ensuring training and competency requirements are met. In addition, this position is accountable for planning, designing, estimating, supervising, communicating, coordinating, and executing electrical projects. Responsibilities include maintaining the scope, schedule, and budget for all assigned projects. This position will also be responsible for assisting the maintenance department when troubleshooting issues related to electrical equipment.

The Role

• Conduct and direct studies to determine electrical requirements of new/modified equipment, systems, and facilities for both capital and non-capital projects.
• Develop project scope reports, equipment specifications, bid requests, schedules, cost estimates, and appropriation requests.
• Supervise and direct the design, installation, start up, testing and debug of new or modified electrical and automated equipment.
• Ensure final project documentation is complete including as built-drawings, procedures, and training guides.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance of electrical distribution equipment such as transformers, switchgear, and busways.
• Manage the site’s arc flash study program.
• Assist maintenance department in troubleshooting electrical issues when necessary.
• This occasionally requires support during off shifts.
• Implement continuous improvement projects on electrical systems to improve plant safety, quality, and efficiency.

Keys that will help you succeed in this role

• Associate or technical degree in electrical technology with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a manufacturing environment OR a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable standards such as NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, OSHA, UL, NEMA, and ANSI.
• Expertise in high, medium, and low voltage systems.
• Ability to calculate the available capacity of power distribution systems and ability to properly size transformers, busways, MCCs, and conductors for upgrades to ensure safety and sufficient capacity.
• Experience with MCCs, VFDs, SCR controls, servo systems, robotics, instrumentation, and sensors.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills as it relates to automated production machinery.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience designing control panels for automated systems using AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with incident energy calculations for arc flash events and familiarity with short-circuit current ratings.
• Project management experience.
• Develop project estimates, appropriation requests, equipment specifications, project schedules, and system test documents.
• Desirable Experience with the design and installation of production machinery.
• Experience with hazard reviews and risk assessments.
• Desirable Good safety awareness and makes safety a priority in project decisions and execution activities.

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

What we offer

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits , including health, life, disability and retirements plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift- based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all.

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Are you passionate about sustainable technology solutions, transforming energy, and reducing carbon emissions? At Johnson Matthey, our world-changing careers empower talented individuals to collaborate on impactful projects aimed at decarbonising modern life. Join us in catalysing the net-zero transition for a cleaner, brighter future.