System One

Job Title: Plating Process Development Engineer

Location: New Albany, IN

Type: Direct Hire

Compensation: $120000 - $170000 annually

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Summary/Objective

The Plating Process Development Engineer is responsible for research, development, and the integration of new plating/coating technology into Samtec production processes related to electrochemistry, plating, and other advanced/novel materials. This position will work closely with The New Ventures, Material Innovation, and Plating Process Engineering Groups to onboard new plating/coating technology.

Essential Functions/ Responsibilities.

1. Design and execute experiments related to novel materials and manufacturing processes in electrochemical deposition.
2. Characterize deposited microstructures and coordinate internal/external analytical laboratory projects and efforts.
3. Execute laboratory projects for the Materials Innovations Group and the Plating Process Engineering Teams.
4. Support the research, development and implementation of new materials/technologies and the troubleshooting of plating quality issues.
5. Work with chemical and equipment suppliers to introduce new plating processes and analysis methods.
6. Integrate/transition novel plating technologies into Samtec’s production processes and products.
7. Facilitate new plating technologies through product testing and production processes qualifications.
8. Maintain lab procedure documents, ensuring they are updated, meeting all requirements for safety and environmental standards.
9. 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.

Required Experience and Education

1. 10+ years experience in electro-plating, electrolytic plating, or any similar process concerning surface coatings.
2. Scanning electron microscope, x-ray diffraction, elemental and chemical spectroscopic experience.
3. Essential functions of the job include the ability to stand, lift, and walk on a continual basis.
4. Experience in Reel-to-Reel plating / Strip Line plating is required.
5. Must be willing to work in a chemical environment.
6. Must be able to work with heavy drums of chemicals with a drum dolly.
7. Facilitate new plating technologies through product testing and production processes qualifications.
8. Must be a self-starter with strong teamwork skills.
9. Must be able to work independently and learn quickly.
10. Good communication skills both written and verbal.

Preferred Experience and Education

1. Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Material Science or equivalent
2. Training in Lean manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Statistical Process Control, and Six Sigma
3. Experience in the operation and maintenance of analytical equipment.
4. Experience can supplement or replace educational preferences/requirements.

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé, ALTA IT Services, TeamPeople, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.