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SCAT Engineer II

Johnson Matthey · Wayne, PAtodayverified 5 h ago

BS-level Quality / Testing roles on Crosslinked list a median of $110k (234 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Design test methods and reactor systems to characterize catalytic materials and maintain advanced analytical lab equipment.

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Why it is interesting. Design reactor systems and instrument controls to test heterogeneous catalyst durability and activity.

Might not be for you. Heavy instrumentation, controls and CAPEX project focus; less materials synthesis or formulation work.

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist BS acceptable

Adjacent materials rolePerform testing to characterize properties, function, or composition of catalytic materials; reactors for durability and activity of heterogeneous catalysis

H-1B filings

Johnson Matthey filed 7 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Production Process Control Engineer, Jmps Specialist, Technical Program Manager. Median filed pay: $114K a year.

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Seniority
Mid-level
Work
On-site
Type
Full-time
Degree
BS
Experience
2+ yrs
Industry
Chemicals
Role
Quality / Testing
Schedule
Standard
Techniques
FTIR257 rolesmass flow controller calibrationcatalyst activity testinggas analysis (O2, NOx)Statistical Process Control160 roles

Role details

SCAT Engineer (II), Johnson Matthey, Inc., Wayne, PA: Design new test methods, evaluate complex testing, and trouble shoot advanced analytical equipment. Perform routine and non-routine testing to characterize the properties, function, or composition of catalytic materials or materials of catalytic interest. Provide direct support with Clean Air and Clean Air Solution teams to ensure SCAT capability meets customer requirements. Provide support to the SCAT team and coach within multiple testing areas in the laboratory. Guide senior staff with developing best practice testing protocols for lab and equipment. Provide technical expertise to quality labs.

Lead instrument designs including data acquisition and control systems. Install corrective engineering measures and full testing protocols for all safety systems. Lead all Job Safety Analysis activities for CAPEX projects and ensure completion to maintain budgets. Install all corrective engineering measures and full testing protocols for all safety systems. Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in Automotive Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 2 years of related work experience.

Of the required experience, must have 2 years of experience in all of the following: Utilizing knowledge of instrumentation and catalysis to solve technical issues including identifying working Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) units, performing calibration of Mass Flow Controllers and using Statistical Process Control applications to monitor instrumentation health and detect deviations; Utilizing National Instruments Lab-view control software and I/O systems; Designing and fabricating reactor systems for characterizing durability and activity of heterogeneous catalysis; Using complex analytical instrumentation including FTIR, mass flow, and controllers to analyze O2, Nox, and other gasses during testing for catalytic activity; Applying principles of thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and chemical kinetics to evaluate and optimize catalyst performance; Project management experience including driving CAPEX projects to completion; and Utilizing advanced statistics to drive desired results and quality for advanced analytical equipment.

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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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Does Johnson Matthey sponsor H-1B visas?

Johnson Matthey has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the SCAT Engineer II role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the SCAT Engineer II role at Johnson Matthey based?

This role is based in Wayne, PA.

What degree is required for the SCAT Engineer II role at Johnson Matthey?

This role requires a BS.

How many years of experience does this SCAT Engineer II role require?

The posting calls for at least 2 years of relevant experience.

What polymers or materials does this SCAT Engineer II role work with?

catalytic materials, heterogeneous catalysts.

What techniques or methods are required for this SCAT Engineer II role?

FTIR, mass flow controller calibration, catalyst activity testing, gas analysis (O2, NOx), Statistical Process Control.