Electrical Controls Graduate Engineer

Join Johnson Matthey’s Graduate Engineering Program (GEP) in Group Engineering and build practical expertise through high-priority projects tied to real plant outcomes. The program combines technical development with leadership growth, including mentoring toward Chartered Engineer status. Based in West Chester, PA (hybrid), this graduate role supports work that improves safety, sustainability performance, and reliability.

What you’ll do

• Develop and implement engineered solutions for production to improve safety, sustainability performance, and reliability
• Commission new plant equipment and develop and deliver operator training
• Support mechanical and maintenance optimization
• Work across Electrical AC Power Systems, Motors and Drives, Control Instrumentation, and Grounding systems
• Implement standardized JM processes to drive continuous improvement toward team goals
• Contribute to energy, water, waste, and emission monitoring to identify sustainability opportunities

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Process Controls Engineering or a similar field (minimum 3.2 GPA)
• Geographical flexibility and the desire to relocate to any JM site for three placements during the development program, and for the first role after the program ends; relocation assistance is provided to those who qualify based on placements
• Demonstrated leadership ability and a true career aspiration to lead others; adaptable, aiming for excellence, and able to maintain a positive attitude when facing adversity
• Strong interpersonal skills and proven capability to build collaborative relationships to achieve results

Compensation and benefits

• Retirement Savings with 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

Key dates

• Start date: September 2027 (Global Induction in the UK)
• Assessment Centre: November 2026 (in person)