Product Development Specialist

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MACDERMID ALPHA ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS 

MacDermid Alpha is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day. 

Through the innovation of specialty chemicals and materials under our Alpha, Compugraphics, Electrolube, Kester, and MacDermid Enthone brands, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions provides solutions that power electronics interconnection. We serve all global regions and every step of device manufacturing within each segment of the electronics supply chain. The experts in our Semiconductor Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, and Assembly Solutions divisions collaborate in design, implementation, and technical service to ensure success for our partner clients. Our solutions enable our customers’ manufacture of extraordinary electronic devices at high productivity and reduced cycle time.  

FILM & SMART SURFACE SOLUTIONS (F&SSS) 

Film & Smart Surface Solutions (F&SSS) are currently active in more than 50 countries. The main production location is in the UK, with plans in place to realize a second production location in Asia. Our R&D and Technical centers are already in all three territories, Americas, Asia and Europe. 

Our target for the F&SSS division is to become the market leader in the in-mold electronics space for the automotive industry. As the industry transitions to unprecedented new levels of vehicle connectivity and autonomy, the consumer demand for clear and efficient control and information presented as part of a stunning automotive interior at the human-machine interface, grows rapidly.   This is a unique opportunity to be part of this division to gain substantial market share. 

Our most recent division capitalizes on emerging trends in human-machine interfaces, displays and in-mold electronics in the automotive industry. The division combines our extensive offering of specialty films for the industrial and automotive industries with our developing portfolio of flexible and formable conductive and non-conductive inks.  The combination of these products with our in-depth materials and process expertise enables our customers to create formed, structurally rigid three-dimensional automotive controls and displays, that are at the forefront of modern cockpit aesthetics and functionality. 

Who are we looking for?

The Applications Engineer will be responsible for developing applications knowhow for product evaluation, material testing and characterization, and prototyping. In addition, this Applications Engineer will provide applications and technical support to global customers for Film & Smart Surface Solutions business.

What will you be doing?

• With minimal oversight, works to develop new test methods and technologies to test our products in line with the Company’s marketing direction for specific customers or market segments.
• Investigate, and experiment with new technologies or ideas and modify the test to meet the application and customer requirements.
• Perform internal screening tests to assess performance of product prototypes for new applications.
• Lead development and validation of test vehicles and test methods for characterization of materials for specific applications.
• Demonstrate process feasibility and performance of Film & Smart Surface Solutions materials to customers and partners by performing assembly, performance and reliability testing and failure analyses on internal as well as external test vehicles.
• Plan and execute the tests to evaluate mechanical, thermal and electrical reliability of our products.
• Calibrate research and test equipment to ensure dependable research results.
• Work with components, equipment vendors, and assembly houses to develop integrated solutions for customers.
• Report project progress; publish technical papers and make conference presentations as needed.
• Work closely with Product Management and R&D team to establish priorities, plan and execute projects to support customers towards product approvals and launching new products
• Work across functional lines with quality, process engineering for scale up and testing of new products.

Who are You?

You will have one to two years manufacturing experience in an FIM or Injection Molding factory and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. You will be a graduate in either Science or Engineering.

You will need to be able to demonstrate strong statistical and problem solving skills.

You will have a strong understanding of H&S requirements.
Candidates will need to demonstrate well developed project management skills, the ability to communicate with customers (both internal and external) and be an effective team player in a complex environment.

We are we Offering...

A competetive range of benefits are available including:

25 days holiday per annum

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Healthcare cash plan

Private medical insurance

Shopping discounts

Free parking and an on site subsidised canteen!

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 applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. #LI-IF1