Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment 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.
Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.
We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.
We now have an opportunity for Analytical Engineer to join our GDAC team.
The Analytical Engineer is responsible for conducting chemical analysis of plating solutions and physical analysis of PCB samples within the GDAC technical center. This role ensures accurate characterization, monitoring, and troubleshooting of electroplating processes, supporting product development, quality control, and customer technical service. The position plays a critical role in maintaining analytical accuracy, improving process understanding, and driving continuous improvement in plating performance.
1.Perform routine and advanced chemical analysis of plating baths, including additives, contaminants, and metal concentration, using techniques such as titration, spectroscopy, chromatography, and other analytical methods.
2.Conduct physical and microstructural analysis of PCB samples, including cross-section analysis, thickness measurement, surface morphology, and defect investigation (e.g., dimple, void, plating uniformity).
3.Support process troubleshooting and failure analysis, identifying root causes related to plating chemistry or process conditions.
4.Maintain and calibrate analytical equipment (e.g., ICP, HPLC, XRF, SEM, elongation ), ensuring reliability and compliance with laboratory standards.
5.Develop and optimize analytical methods and testing procedures to improve accuracy, efficiency, and repeatability.
6.Prepare and deliver technical reports summarizing analytical results, trends, and recommendations for internal teams and customers.
7.Collaborate closely with application engineers, and customers to support product development, qualification, and process optimization.
8.Ensure adherence to laboratory safety, quality standards, and documentation requirements.
9.Provide technical support for customer samples, pilot runs, and troubleshooting cases, including data interpretation and solution recommendations.
10.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance analytical capability, lab efficiency, and data quality.
1. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university.
2. One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have below skills:
1. Strong organisational and time management skills, ability to work in a fast-paced, adapt to changing priorities and demands.
2. Good language skills including written and spoken English.
We are Offering Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, legal and benefit annual leave, paid sick leave, commercial insurance, holiday benefits, etc.
Teamwork - At ESI, you will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability.
Element Solutions is a leading specialty chemicals company whose operating businesses formulate a broad range of solutions that enhance the performance of products people use every day. Developed in multi-step technological processes, our innovative solutions enable our customers' manufacturing processes in several key segments, including electronic circuitry, communication infrastructure, automotive systems, industrial surface finishing, and offshore energy.
Customers of ESI’s businesses use our innovation as a competitive advantage, relying on ESI to help them navigate in fast-paced, high-growth markets. The breadth of ESI’s offerings provide strong strategic value to the end markets they serve. With over 5,000 people serving more than 50 countries, ESI has established a growing legacy of creating technological advances for customers around the globe. Our people and technical sales teams are located close to our key markets, allowing us to maintain strong customer relationships and accelerate our product innovation process.
