Job Description

A Day in Your Life at MKS:

As Manager at MKS Atotech (MSD division) you will be a partner with BU SFC electroless Team -Selective finishing PCB & semiconductor to Lead & manage the team, stakeholder management, support product & process development In this role, you will report to the Director Electronics. You will carry out different approaches and methodologies to conduct different R&D activities related to product development, testing, qualification, troubleshooting, and process optimization under the technical guidance You will be working closely with colleagues from your own team, Global team R&D, and other cross-functional departments, local and global. An open and clear communication with the team members and global team R&D team & manager is expected. You are expected to come up with your own ideas and approaches to execute the tasks and duties successfully. When required, you will also act as a support to customer through consultation, trouble shooting, process optimization, site visits and on-site troubleshooting, maintaining the confidentiality and compliance of the department and the company.

You Will Make an Impact By:

• Supporting global R&D teams in developing and evaluating new products and processes.
• Planning, executing, controlling, and reporting R&D projects as per defined goals.
• Leading a team, promoting cross-functional collaboration, and adapting to change.
• Motivating the team and resolving conflicts effectively.
• Communicating project updates to global counterparts and presenting results as needed.
• Ensuring timely completion of assignments and meeting project deadlines.
• Delivering internal and external project presentations and training colleagues.
• Promoting and upholding a strong safety culture, participating in regular trainings and audits.
• Creating and executing Design of Experiments (DOE), interpreting results, and optimizing for accuracy and significance.
• Coordinating with departments such as Analytics, Material Science, and Procurement.
• Supervising SAP system uses for work hour tracking, plating line operation, and inventory control.
• Overseeing equipment maintenance, calibration, and bath chemistry upkeep.
• Managing inventory (chemicals, substrates, anodes, jigs) to meet deadlines.
• Collaborating with wastewater treatment and utility departments to manage water and waste systems.
• Managing operational and CAPEX budgets within departmental targets.
• Creating documents, SOPs, and reports in compliance with ISO norms and supporting ISO certification efforts.
• Conducting literature reviews and patent searches.
• Maintaining strict confidentiality of all information.
  

Purpose of Job (Principal Tasks)

• Plan and execute R&D projects in coordination with Project Managers.
• Operate and manage the plating line in accordance with standard operating procedures and HSE guidelines.
• Ensure timely project execution and task delivery aligned with global stakeholder expectations.
• Manage availability of test products, substrates, trial accessories, and documentation.
• Oversee lab and plating line maintenance, housekeeping, and equipment upkeep.
• Initiate and manage projects using SAP, ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
• Present project outcomes and data analyses to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor the team for their routine tasks and professional growth.

Skills you bring:

• 8-12 yrs. experience in industries like chemical/ electrochemical/ polymer/ physical/ organic/ inorganic & Surface treatment. Team handling experience is mandatory.

• Education background of Chemical engineers/ Master in organic chemistry / Ph.D. in Engineering / Electrochemistry/ Polymer Chemistry / Physical Chemistry / Organic Chemistry / Inorganic Chemistry

• Strong background in Chemical, Electrochemical, or Paint Industry R&D, with a special focus on Surface Treatment Technologies.
• Prior experience in electroplating processes is highly desirable.
• Experience in working in chemical laboratories, developing formulations & products, and qualifications.
• Experience with automated plating lines and troubleshooting plating defects.
• Proven ability in analysis and validation of experimental results.
• Global Exposure - Demonstrated experience working with or collaborating across international teams, especially in Asia, Europe, and/or America.

Preferred Skills:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong analytical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Proven ability to drive innovation and solve problems in technical environments.
• Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Conflict resolution and team motivation abilities.
• Flexible, independent, and structured working style.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and document creation for certification.

• Basic understanding on solvents, polymers, reaction mechanistic, electrochemistry – key components, their reaction mechanism, molecular interactions.
• In depth knowledge of surfactants, organic and inorganic molecules
• Tuning structure property relationships of organic and inorganic molecules.

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