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Technical Expert

Job in Billingham, Durham County, TS23, England, UK
Listing for: Johnson Matthey
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-13
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Sales Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job title:
Technical Expert - Chemical Catalysts


Location:

UK, Germany

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 Technical Expert, 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.

The role:

As a Technical Expert, you will help drive our goals by:
  • Preparing technical proposals and guarantees to support commercial sales
  • Developing familiarity with CT product manufacturing, and working alongside Operations teams to coordinate and inform technical support for customers
  • Providing technical input and support to other members of the global technical service team as required
  • Represent JM at relevant international conferences
  • Active involvement with sales teams in promoting CT products and services to customers, including provision of technical input during customer visits
  • Providing input to medium- and long-term account planning activities
  • Involvement in the development of new products including identification of market opportunities, guiding technical input and actively seeking feedback from customers to help identify needs that new products could solve
Key skills that will help you succeed in this role:
  • Degree in scientific/technical discipline;
    Chemistry or Chemical Engineering
  • Significant experience in the field of heterogeneous catalysis - base metal and/or PGM
  • Technical background in a diverse range of chemical reactions and catalytic processes, including but not limited to, hydrogenation, dehydrogenation, oxidation, amination etc.
  • Experience in process development or supporting plant operations in the petrochemicals and renewables industries
  • A strong technical ability and willingness to develop competencies quickly and on the job
  • Experience in a technical customer-facing role would be a distinct advantage
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
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 are also supportive of hybrid and flexible working and where applicable, offer life, medical and other benefits that support our employees' financial and physical wellbeing, such as:
  • Retirement savings
  • Saving accounts
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Commuter allowances and loans
  • Medical plans / health assessments
  • Fitness discounts
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 (url removed). 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.

Closing date for applications:
This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.


To submit your application, please click the "Apply" button online.

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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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