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Johnson Matthey is a global specialty chemicals and sustainable technologies company. They provide a range of products and services in areas such as catalysis, precious metals, battery materials, and sustainable technologies. Johnson Matthey's ultimate mission is to make a positive impact on the world by using their expertise in chemistry and materials science to create sustainable solutions that address global challenges, such as climate change and resource scarcity. Their purpose lies in advancing science and technology to enable cleaner air, efficient energy storage, and sustainable manufacturing processes. By developing innovative and environmentally friendly solutions, Johnson Matthey aims to contribute to a more sustainable and prosperous future, benefiting both their customers and society at large.

Manufacturing & Electronics

Johnson Matthey

Manufacturing

You must study MEng in IChemE-accredited Chemical Engineering, possess a passion for the field, have excellent communication skills, strong safety awareness, adaptability, and attention to detail.

You will contribute to projects, ensure safety compliance, manage technical calculations, develop engineering packages, execute design activities, and provide technical support to customers and suppliers.

Engineering

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  Vacancy: Chemical Engineering Industrial Placement Student <i>(12 months FTC)</i>
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  Location: Stockton or Paddington
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  Job Family: Engineering
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  <i> Together for a cleaner, healthier world.</i>
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  As the Industrial Placement Student within Catalyst Technologies, you will be given the chance to use your chemical engineering skills from day one, putting all your learning into practice by working on projects and development tasks based around leading technologies.
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  The aim is to provide experience within our business by working on real tasks and projects where your input is required and valued from day one. This will enable chemical engineers to build on their high academic achievements at university and gain the experience and skills of chemical engineering professionals.
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  Please be advised this is a 12-month FTC opportunity.
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  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 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.
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  This role can be based at either our Stockton-on-Tees or Paddington (London) locations, and will commence from September 2025
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  Your responsibilities:
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  <li>Contribute to projects and development tasks based around leading technologies</li>
  <li>Ensure JM health, safety, environmental and quality procedures are followed and that a high standard of safety is achieved in all associated work</li>
  <li>Take responsibility for the accuracy of calculations, process engineering datasheets and drawings to specify the process engineering requirements of our technologies</li>
  <li>Work on Basic Engineering Packages, including preparation of heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&amp;ID development, hydraulic and process safety design</li>
  <li>Execute process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures to schedule and budget as advised by the Lead Engineer, Technology Manager, Project Manager</li>
  <li>Support the business in giving quality and competitive technical advice to customers (internal and external) and suppliers, seeking consultation as required</li>
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  Requirements for the role:
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  <li>Studying at MEng level on an IChemE accredited Chemical Engineering Course which enables a placement sandwich year</li>
  <li>A passion for Chemical Engineering and want to use it for development, design, and operation</li>
  <li>Ambition to work in the chemical industry</li>
  <li>Excellent communication skills both written and verbal</li>
  <li>Strong safety awareness</li>
  <li>Adaptability, a willingness to learn, and good attention to detail</li>
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  How you will be rewarded:
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  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).
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  At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM<i>.</i>
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  <i> Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.</i>
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  Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised
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  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact 
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   UKRecruit@matthey.com
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  How to apply:<br> If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
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  If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs - Workday (
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   myworkday.com
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  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 arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. For more information about how your personal data is used please view our privacy notice: 
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   Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice
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  You will be contacted by the Johnson Matthey Talent Acquisition team once your details have been reviewed. Please allow four weeks from the closing date to allow for screening to take place.
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  We appreciate the time and effort taken in completing an application.
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  By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to 
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   Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice
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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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  Vacancy: Chemical Engineering Industrial Placement Student (12 months FTC)
 
 
  Location: Stockton or Paddington
 
 
  Job Family: Engineering
 
 
 
   Together for a cleaner, healthier world.
 
 
 
  As the Industrial Placement Student within Catalyst Technologies, you will be given the chance to use your chemical engineering skills from day one, putting all your learning into practice by working on projects and development tasks based around leading technologies.
 
 
 
  The aim is to provide experience within our business by working on real tasks and projects where your input is required and valued from day one. This will enable chemical engineers to build on their high academic achievements at university and gain the experience and skills of chemical engineering professionals.
 
 
 
  Please be advised this is a 12-month FTC opportunity.
 
 
 
  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 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.
 
 
 
  This role can be based at either our Stockton-on-Tees or Paddington (London) locations, and will commence from September 2025
 
 
 
  Your responsibilities:
 
 
  Contribute to projects and development tasks based around leading technologies
  Ensure JM health, safety, environmental and quality procedures are followed and that a high standard of safety is achieved in all associated work
  Take responsibility for the accuracy of calculations, process engineering datasheets and drawings to specify the process engineering requirements of our technologies
  Work on Basic Engineering Packages, including preparation of heat and mass balances, process specifications, P&ID development, hydraulic and process safety design
  Execute process engineering design activities, following JM standards and procedures to schedule and budget as advised by the Lead Engineer, Technology Manager, Project Manager
  Support the business in giving quality and competitive technical advice to customers (internal and external) and suppliers, seeking consultation as required
 
 
 
  Requirements for the role:
 
 
  Studying at MEng level on an IChemE accredited Chemical Engineering Course which enables a placement sandwich year
  A passion for Chemical Engineering and want to use it for development, design, and operation
  Ambition to work in the chemical industry
  Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  Strong safety awareness
  Adaptability, a willingness to learn, and good attention to detail
 
 
 
  How you will be rewarded:
 
 
  We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, excellent pension contributions and 25 days annual leave (varies for shift-based roles).
 
 
 
  At JM, an inclusive culture is integral to our values and ambitions for the future. We are committed to ensuring that everyone can bring their full self to work and thrive in their career. Welcoming everyone to JM, regardless of their unique characteristics, experiences or thoughts allows us to bring many different voices and experiences together to tackle the world's biggest challenges. Being truly inclusive means that all colleagues feel valued for their differences, views and contributions, and feel a sense of belonging at JM.
 
 
 
   Johnson Matthey is open for discussion on part time, job share and flexible working patterns.
 
 
 
  Closing date for applications: This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised
 
 
 
  For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact 
  
   UKRecruit@matthey.com
  .
 
 
 
  How to apply: If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please let your recruiter know when they contact you.
 
 
 
  If you are already a Johnson Matthey Employee, please visit the internal careers site to apply: Find Jobs - Workday (
  
   myworkday.com
  )
 
 
 
  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 arise. Johnson Matthey respects your privacy and is 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
  
 
 
  You will be contacted by the Johnson Matthey Talent Acquisition team once your details have been reviewed. Please allow four weeks from the closing date to allow for screening to take place.
 
 
 
  We appreciate the time and effort taken in completing an application.
 
 
  By applying for this role and creating an account you are agreeing to 
  
   Johnson Matthey Privacy Notice
  
 
 
 
  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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