Plating Specialist

About the Company

SAMTEC INC.

About the Role

PLATING PROCESS SCIENTIST – Samtec New Ventures (R&D)

Responsibilities

• Design and execute experiments related to novel materials and manufacturing processes in electrochemical deposition.
• Characterize deposited microstructures and coordinate internal / external analytical laboratory projects and efforts.
• Execute laboratory projects for the Materials Innovations Group and the Plating Process Engineering Teams.
• Support the research, development and implementation of new materials / technologies and the troubleshooting of plating quality issues.
• Work with chemical and equipment suppliers to introduce new plating processes and analysis methods.
• Integrate / transition novel plating technologies into Samtec’s production processes and products.
• Facilitate new plating technologies through product testing and production processes qualifications.
• Maintain lab procedure documents, ensuring they are updated, meeting all requirements for safety and environmental standards.
• The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other relevant Technical or Science related Degree with a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience in chemical and / or electroplating environments. Or, Ph.D. Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or other relevant Technical or Science related Degree with a minimum of 2 years of laboratory experience in chemical and / or electroplating environments. Scanning electron microscope, x-ray diffraction, elemental and chemical spectroscopic experience. Essential functions of the job include the ability to stand, lift, and walk on a continual basis. Must be willing to work in a chemical environment. Must be able to work with heavy drums of chemicals with a drum dolly. Must be a self-starter with strong teamwork skills. Must be able to work independently and learn quickly. Good communication skills both written and verbal.

Preferred Skills

SAMTEC, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse environment. All employment decisions at Samtec are based in business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, pregnancy or parental status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender and / or gender identity / expression, marital status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws.