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About this Project Engineer role at Johnson Matthey

Johnson Matthey · Onsite · Shanghai - CN
Contributes to the technical delivery of projects that generate new products, processes and understanding which have commercial value to JM. Works independently on specific engineering tasks within required time frame with support available and regular checks by supervisor or senior colleague

Job purpose

As a core member of the JM China Project team, you will be responsible execution of capital and engineering projects by providing technical expertise in process, project and MEI engineering. Coordinate cross-departmental and vendor technical collaboration, ensure compliance with HSE, quality and technical standards, assist in cost and risk management, and contribute to asset reliability and project delivery to meet business objectives.


Principle accountabilities

  • Support and deliver projects in compliance with the JM Capital Project Management Framework and engineering standards, including securing approvals at all relevant stage gates with a focus on business case and technical/engineering design validation.
  • Support asset maintenance and reinvestment, track asset capacity and constraints, assist with reliability improvement/upgrades, and provide technical guidance for asset lifecycle and overhauls.
  • Execute technical aspects of capital projects under standard frameworks, implement HSE and Quality Control requirements, support budget/cost control, and ensure compliance with technical specifications.
  • Support project technical strategy and risk management, track equipment ordering, delivery, installation and commissioning; coordinate technical alignment with multiple contractors/vendors and oversee on-site vendor technical performance.
  • Assist in preparing the engineering/technical section of Capital Expenditure requests, provide technical input for alternatives and business cases, and review others’ requests for technical feasibility.
  • Report project engineering progress and technical issues to direct superiors, propose solutions, track progress, and promptly identify/report issues impacting schedule, budget or quality.
  • Identify stakeholders’ engineering needs for capital projects, coordinate cross-departmental technical collaboration, and drive efficient project engineering delivery. Collaborate with Corporate and JM China to define plant engineering standards, manage daily MEI (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) technical oversight, and support cross-sector engineering interfaces.
  • Participate in plant business continuity, Process Hazard Risk Assessment, Process Safety, Sustainability, NPI and MoC, providing technical support.

Qualifications

  • Degree level qualification or equivalent in Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation or related engineering discipline
  • Proven experience in the delivery of Capital Projects (~ 5 years), including MEI management
  • Familiar with Hazard Studies, Risk Assessments and Process Safety requirements
  • Familiar with mechanical/electrical/instrumentation system design, equipment sizing & specification, and technical calculations
  • Awareness of site utilities systems and utility specification
  • Competence with CAD, engineering drawing review, and Microsoft Project
  • Familiar with material handling, Automated machinery,conveying systems
  • Experience with automation systems, control panels, instrumentation
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and engineering standards

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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.

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