Metallurgist II

Johnson Matthey; East Whiteland Township (PA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

PTO 20 days

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Wellbeing Programs

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey is seeking a Metallurgist II to lead materials development from concept to delivery. You will provide physical metallurgy expertise to support R&D and manufacturing, plan experiments, and analyze trials.

The role involves collaboration with customers and suppliers to solve technical challenges and contribute to safe, continuous improvement initiatives. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement in the United States with a comprehensive benefits package including health,

Qualifications

• Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of physical metallurgy and metal processing methods.
• Industrial experience within metallurgy, materials development or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead materials development and research projects from concept through delivery.
• Provide physical metallurgy expertise to support R&D and manufacturing operations.
• Plan, execute and analyze experiments and production trials.
• Support capital projects through process development and equipment evaluations.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Promote safe working practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Metallurgy

Materials Science

Industrial experience

Technical project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Metallurgy or Materials Science

Job description

At Johnson Matthey, your work will matter. As a Metallurgist II, you’ll join a world leader in platinum group metals with over 200 years of history. Using advanced metals chemistry, you’ll help tackle the world’s biggest challenges by applying, refining and recycling metals that matter for a healthier, more sustainable, circular future.

The role:

As a Metallurgist II, you will help drive our goals by:

• Lead materials development and research projects from concept through delivery.
• Provide physical metallurgy expertise to support R&D and manufacturing operations.
• Plan, execute and analyze experiments and production trials.
• Support capital projects through process development and equipment evaluations.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers and cross-functional teams to solve technical challenges.
• Promote safe working practices and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of physical metallurgy and metal processing methods.
• Industrial experience within metallurgy, materials development or manufacturing.
• Experience leading technical projects and managing priorities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and build effective stakeholder relationships.

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 retirement 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

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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.