Metallurgist

Vacancy: Metallurgist

Location: Brimsdown, London

Job Family: R&D

We are looking for a Metallurgist for our site in London to assist with the development of the technical understanding of the smelting opportunities within the Johnson Matthey Brimsdown and China sites and be responsible for supporting the design, installation, commissioning, development, and improvement of the relevant pyrometallurgical smelting processes. The work will involve monitoring and analysis of process data in conjunction with laboratory, pilot and plant scale development and commissioning trials. The role will be based at the Brimsdown operations with remote technical support to the Zhangjiagang smelting operations and other commercial customers.

Johnson Matthey, a FTSE 250 organisation, is a global leader in sustainable technologies specialising in catalysis, precious metal products, chemicals, and process technology. With operations in over 30 countries, we employ more than 12,600 people.

We have more than 200 years of success behind us; be part of the next stage of our growth journey and help maintain our reputation as one of the most admired organisations in our field. Our unique culture and people give us competitive advantage and will ensure our success for years to come. You can be part of that success story.

Your responsibilities:

Adhere to high EHS standards and behaviours for yourself and your co-workers.
Learn about pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical, thermal and concentration processes in conjunction with production, customers, external technology suppliers, JMTC and other members of the technical team.
Undertake pyrometallurgical bench, pilot and plant scale experimental work.
Be data driven through the evaluation of pyrometallurgical process chemistry, statistical reviews of the process related data and plant integrity monitoring of process/production related trends.
Communicate results through informative and engaging presentations and reports of experimental work and process related reviews.
Carry out root cause analysis of incidents that occur within the sites, hazard studies for new and existing processes and promote high standards in EHS/Process Safety
Requirements for the role:

Degree in Metallurgical Engineering (or similar) based subjects.
Understanding of phase diagrams and thermodynamic databases / modelling software such as FactSage or MTData
Full understanding of mass and energy balances, P&IDs and PFDs and other process docs
An ability to provide innovative solutions to problems.
Experience with high temperature furnace operation, flux chemistry and furnace optimization.
Experience with refractory chemistry, selection, and failure analysis.
Full understanding of hazard studies
How you will be rewarded:

We offer a competitive compensation and JM Elements benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave. Our JM Elements Benefits programme helps our employees understand and manage the JM benefits, as well as helping you focus on your overall wellbeing - for you and your family.

We use our inspiring science and technology to enhance lives. For those who are passionate about sustainable solutions and shaping our markets, we offer stretch and a wealth of diverse opportunities.

We'll give you freedom to bring your whole self to work and be part of a team where difference matters and all voices are heard, that genuinely cares for you and where your contribution is appreciated. We'll empower you to lean in and make things happen, to create solutions and value for our customers. United by our values and vision, we're self-starters sharing the same values and accountability and always with a shared commitment to doing the right thing. We're passionate about making a difference and delivering a better tomorrow for us and for you - a cleaner and healthier world, today and for future generations.

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

Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.

For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact (url removed)

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