Electrical Engineer

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 an Electrical Engineer youll contribute to JMs mission as a world leader in sustainable technology transforming energy and reducing carbon emissions for a cleaner brighter future.

The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation regulatory compliance and reliability of the electrical infrastructure at the Devon site. As the sites Competent Person for electrical safety this position will lead the sites electrical safety program ensuring training and competency requirements are addition this position is accountable for planning designing estimating supervising communicating coordinating and executing electrical projects. Responsibilities include maintaining the scope schedule and budget for all assigned projects. This position will also be responsible for assisting the maintenance department when troubleshooting issues related to electrical equipment.

The Role:

As an Electrical Engineer you will help drive goals by:

• Conduct and direct studies to determine electrical requirements of new/modified equipment systems and facilities for both capital and non-capital projects.
• Develop project scope reports equipment specifications bid requests schedules cost estimates and appropriation requests.
• Supervise and direct the design installation start up testing and debug of new or modified electrical and automated equipment.
• Ensure final project documentation is complete including as built-drawings procedures and training guides.
• Oversee the preventative maintenance of electrical distribution equipment such as transformers switchgear and busways.
• Manage the sites arc flash study program.
• Assist maintenance department in troubleshooting electrical issues when necessary. This occasionally requires support during off shifts.
• Implement continuous improvement projects on electrical systems to improve plant safety quality and efficiency.

Keys that will help you succeed in this role:

• Associate or technical degree in electrical technology with a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a manufacturing environment OR a bachelors degree in electrical engineering with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of applicable standards such as NEC NFPA 70E NFPA 70B OSHA UL NEMA and ANSI
• Expertise in high medium and low voltage systems. Ability to calculate the available capacity of power distribution systems and ability to properly size transformers busways MCCs and conductors for upgrades to ensure safety and sufficient capacity
• Experience with MCCs VFDs SCR controls servo systems robotics instrumentation and sensors.
• Electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills as it relates to automated production machinery. Ability to interpret electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Experience designing control panels for automated systems using AutoCAD
• Familiarity with incident energy calculations for arc flash events and familiarity with short-circuit current ratings
• Project management experience. Develop project estimates appropriation requests equipment specifications project schedules and system test documents Desirable
• Experience with the design and installation of production machinery. Experience with hazard reviews and risk assessments Desirable
• Good safety awareness and makes safety a priority in project decisions and execution activities.

Even if you only match some of the skills wed 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 retirements 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.
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