Electrical Engineer

Johnson Matthey; Devon (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

20 days annual PTO

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Parental leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey is seeking an Electrical Engineer for its Devon site to ensure safe operation, regulatory compliance, and reliability of electrical infrastructure. You will lead the site's electrical safety program, manage projects, and support maintenance troubleshooting, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in manufacturing electrical roles or a BS in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience, and strong knowledge of NEC/NFPA/OSHA standards;

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing with electrical engineering or an associated degree.
• Working knowledge of NEC, NFPA 70E, NFPA 70B, OSHA, UL, NEMA, and ANSI.
• Expertise in high, medium and low voltage systems; sizing transformers, busways, MCCs, and conductors.
• Experience with MCCs, VFDs, SCR controls, servo systems, robotics, instrumentation and sensors.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience designing control panels for automated systems using AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with arc flash incident energy calculations and short-circuit ratings.
• Desirable project management experience: estimates, schedules, documentation.
• Desirable experience with production machinery design, hazard reviews.
• Strong safety awareness and prioritization in decisions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies to determine electrical requirements for equipment and facilities.
• Develop scope reports, equipment specifications, bid requests, schedules, and cost estimates.
• Supervise design, installation, startup, testing and debugging of electrical/automated equipment.
• Ensure final project documentation including as-built drawings and procedures.
• Oversee preventative maintenance of distribution equipment (transformers, switchgear, busways).
• Manage arc flash study program.
• Assist maintenance in troubleshooting electrical issues; may require off-shift support.
• Implement continuous improvement projects to enhance safety, quality and efficiency.

Skills

Electrical engineering

VFD controls

Robotics

Arc flash study

Schematic reading

Project management

Electrical safety

HV/LV distribution

Troubleshooting

Industrial wiring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Associate degree in Electrical Technology

Professional certification (PE)

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:

As an Electrical Engineer, you will help drive goals by:

• 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.