R&D Scientist
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.
- Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
- Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
- Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
- Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
- Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
- Micromax – Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes
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.
Who are we looking for?
The position is will focus on developing materials to meet the most demanding customer applications. In addition, the qualified candidate will work as part of the R&D team while interacting with scientists, project management, and application engineers to commercialize new products for the advanced electronic solution business.
What will you be doing?
- Lead development projects to meet customer specifications in order to win business
- Be the subject matter expert in chemistry, resins, additives, modifiers, fillers, etc…
- Work closely with marketing to understand product specification and voice of customer and translate into the product design
- Create product and technical data packages for customer qualification and product promotion
- Learn, enhance, and develop chemical and material testing methods for raw material and formulation selection
- Thoroughly understand our technology, products, strengths and weaknesses versus competitor offerings
- Document all findings and learnings in appropriate laboratory notebooks, databases and technical reports document findings and into appropriate lab books and databases for future reference
- Write invention disclosures and patent applications to protect intellectual property
- Supervise lab personnel as requested
- Work with Quality group to develop testing, metrology and conduct MSA/GRR related to newly developed products
- Responsible for making recommendations to Management on CAPEX projects to improve safety and product development capabilities
- Visit customers as needed
Who are You?
- Technical knowledge of polymer thermoset and photo/UV materials And Dual (Uv+thermal) used in electronics assembly: Epoxy, urethane, acrylic and silicone chemistries
- Innovation, development and application knowledge of adhesives, encapsulants and coatings
- Mature customer experience; able to conduct technology roadmap exchanges with multinational Tier 1 and OEM customers
- Experience with the use, development and deployment of NPD tools: Stage-gate, 6 Sigma, project and portfolio management
- Strong interpersonal skills; able to work across functional, regional and business units; excellent collaborator
- Market understanding of Camera, Display, Telecom, Computer, Sensor, Automotive, White Goods, Lighting and Aerospace electronics
- 10+ yrs relevant industry experience preferred
- PhD or Master degree in Organic Chemistry, Polymer Chemistry or Polymer Science
- Demonstrated track record of serving customers through the deployment of technical expertise—New product introduction, technical service, application development
- Proficient in English and Korean
What competencies will you need?
- Formulation of Epoxy or Silicone based materials
- Knowledge of UV Curing and Thermal Curing of Epoxy
- Knowledge of Dual curing Dual (Uv+thermal) of Epoxy
We are Offering...
Teamwork - At Element Solutions Inc, 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 race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.
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