Job title:
Chemical Engineering Industrial Placement Student (12 months FTC)
Location:
London, Teesside, Manchester or Royston, UK
Overview:
World‑changing careers enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years of history, join us and help accelerate the transition to net‑zero! As a Chemical Engineering Industrial Placement Student you’ll contribute to JMs mission as a world leader in sustainable technology transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.
The role:
As a Chemical Engineering Industrial Placement Student you will help drive our goals by:
- Contribute to projects and development tasks involving leading technologies, ensuring adherence to JM health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
- Take responsibility for accurate calculations, datasheets and drawings that define process engineering requirements.
- Develop Basic Engineering Packages including heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&IDs and process safety and hydraulic designs.
- Execute process engineering design activities to schedule and budget, supporting the business with quality technical advice for customers and suppliers.
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
- Currently studying an IChemE‑accredited MEng Chemical Engineering course with a placement year option.
- Passionate about applying chemical engineering to development, design and operations in the chemical industry.
- Demonstrates strong safety awareness, adaptability, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
- Possesses excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Even if you only match some of the skills, we 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 are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing such as:
- Retirement savings
- Share plans
- Saving accounts
- Life Assurance and Income Protection
- Medical plans / health assessments
- Fitness discounts
Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!
Our values:
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.
Accessibility:
For any queries or accessibility requirements please contact us. 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.
Closing date for applications:
This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks; early application is advised. To submit your application please click the Apply button online.
Data protection:
All applications are carefully considered and your details will be stored on our secure Application Management System. This is used throughout Johnson Matthey for the selection of suitable candidates for our vacancies as they respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used, please view our privacy notice: Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice.
Equal opportunities:
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.
