Process Engineer, Refinery

Process Engineer

Pay Range: $84,500 - $86,000

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero! As a Process Engineer you'll contribute to JM's mission as a world leader in sustainable technology, transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner, brighter future.

At Johnson Matthey's West Deptford, NJ facility, Process Engineers report to the Refinery Process Engineering Lead providing day-to-day engineering support to ensure safe and efficient operations. This role focuses on monitoring process performance, establishing operating baselines, identifying opportunities to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, recovery, and process safety performance. Process Engineers work closely with Operations, Controls, Maintenance, Process Safety, and EHS to troubleshoot issues, optimize process performance, and maintain a safe working environment.

The position requires strong technical and communication skills, a hands-on approach to problem solving, and a significant presence in the plant supporting daily operations.

The Role:

As a Process Engineer, you will help drive our goals by:

• Providing day-to-day process engineering support by monitoring process performance and partnering with Operations, Controls, Maintenance, Process Safety, and EHS teams to ensure safe, compliant, reliable, and efficient refinery operations.
• Establishing and maintaining process performance baselines to identify opportunities and lead initiatives that improve OEE, productivity, recovery, and process safety.
• Troubleshooting process issues, participating in root cause investigations, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintaining operating procedures, batch sheets, engineering documentation, and process control strategies.
• Supporting PHAs, MOCs, incident investigations, and other process safety activities.
• Providing other engineering support as needed.

Key Skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• B.S. in Chemical Engineering or related engineering discipline and 1–3 years of experience in a chemical processing, refining, metals, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of chemical engineering fundamentals, including mass and energy balances, fluid flow, heat transfer, reaction engineering, and process control.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze operational data and develop practical solutions to improve OEE, recovery, throughput, quality, reliability, and cost effectiveness.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across all plant teams to drive operational improvements.
• Hands-on approach to manufacturing support, including a willingness to spend significant time in the plant supporting operations, troubleshooting process issues, and identifying improvement opportunities.

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

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

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. For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact  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.

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.