Senior Process Chemist III

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE:ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability, and sustainability in electronic materials.

Our Expertise:

• Wafer Level Solutions: Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance.
• Semiconductor Assembly Solutions: Driving innovation in semiconductor assembly processes for unparalleled reliability.
• Circuitry Solutions: Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry.
• Circuit Board Assembly Solutions: Elevating circuit board assembly processes for optimal performance.
• Film & Smart Surface Solutions: Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability.

 

Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, and infrastructure, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services covers the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

Who are we looking for?

The selected individual will be responsible for transforming compounds and chemistries developed by the R&D team into commercially viable products. Key objectives include: (1) developing scalable production methods to enable larger batch quantities—initially for testing, followed by commercial manufacturing—and (2) establishing synthetic routes that prioritize safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This role requires a balanced mix of theoretical expertise and hands-on experience. The ideal candidate will split their time between laboratory and production environments, conducting small-scale testing and reaction evaluations in the lab and facilitating successful large-scale implementation in the plant. Close collaboration with chemists, engineers, and operators is essential to drive innovation in product and process development. Additionally, this chemist will oversee the transfer of new products to the Pilot Production Laboratory and support the scale-up to High Volume Manufacturing (HVM), ensuring a seamless path to market.

What will you be doing?

• Works alongside R&D formulators during product development stage to ensure the prototype meets customer specifications; aids in identifying critical process variables.
• Conducts lab and pilot-scale experiments using statistical tools such as Design of Experiments; defines optimal conditions and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Collects and consolidates data during experiments and effectively communicates results with key stakeholders, colleagues, and customers.
• Developing synthetic plans, designing, and running test experiments for large-scale use
• Experimenting with multiple variables simultaneously and identifying acceptable ranges for all operational parameters
• Supports the scaling of the production process from R&D to Pilot scale and eventually HVM, with activities including the development of robust manufacturing instructions and validation of pilot scale batches.
• Leads Design for Manufacturability efforts within R&D; assists in the creation of a Process Flow Chart, Control Plan and FMEA for new products.
• Uses Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles to monitor critical processes and recommend areas of improvement.
• Conducts raw material and equipment evaluations and develops test specifications.

Who are You?

• PhD degree > 3 years and or MS > 7 years of relevant experience, preferably in chemistry, or related field.
• > 3 years of formulation experience in electroplating or other wet process is preferred, especia