Applications Development Technician

Element Solutions Inc; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc. in the United Kingdom is seeking an Applications Development Technician to prepare, monitor, and optimize electrolytes for the pilot plating line within the Application Lab.

The role focuses on producing customer-specific samples and supporting scale-up for new technologies. The ideal candidate has vocational training in chemistry or electrochemistry, experience in electroplating or lab operations, and strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or technical education in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Surface Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in electroplating, laboratory work, or chemical process operations is advantageous.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques (e.g., titration, pH, conductivity, Hull cell testing) desirable.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and laboratory equipment.
• Basic understanding of process control and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, maintain and verify electrolytes to ensure stable process performance.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain equipment in the pilot plating line.
• Execute sample plating runs for customer projects, internal development initiatives, and new technology evaluations.
• Perform analytical measurements and document process parameters, results, and deviations.
• Troubleshoot to adjust and improve electrolyte performance.
• Support training activities for internal or external customers.
• Support scale-up and process validation activities for new chemistries, applications, and technologies.
• Collaborate with Application Development Engineers, Field Development Experts, Technical Specialists and the R&D/global Application CoE team.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards within the laboratory and pilot line.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab and plating equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and sample records according to internal procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Education

Technical education in Chemistry/Electrochemistry

Tools

Hull cell testing

Titration

pH & conductivity measurements

Job description

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The Applications Development Technician is responsible for the preparation, maintenance, and monitoring of electrolytes, as well as for executing sample processing activities within the pilot plating line of the Application Lab.

In this role, the technician supports the creation of customer‑specific samples that enable strategic initiatives across the EMEA region. The position also contributes to scale‑up activities for new technologies and supports ongoing Application Development projects by ensuring reliable and high‑quality sample production.

What will you be doing?

• Prepare, maintain and verify electrolytes to ensure stable process performance.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain equipment in the pilot plating line.
• Execute sample plating runs for customer projects, internal development initiatives, and new technology evaluations.
• Perform analytical measurements and document process parameters, results, and deviations.
• Realize trouble‑shooting activities to adjust and improve electrolyte performance.
• Support training activities for internal or external customers.
• Support scale‑up and process validation activities for new chemistries, applications, and technologies.
• Collaborate closely with Application Development Engineers, Field Development Experts, Technical Specialists and the R&D/global Application CoE team.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards within the laboratory and pilot line.
• Conduct routine maintenance and troubleshooting of lab and plating equipment.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and sample records according to internal procedures.

Who are You?

• Vocational training or technical education in Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Surface Technology, Chemical Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Experience in electroplating, laboratory work, or chemical process operations is an advantage.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques (e.g., titration, pH, conductivity, Hull cell testing) is desirable.
• Ability to work safely with chemicals and laboratory equipment.
• Basic understanding of process control and quality assurance principles.
• Proficiency in English.

What competencies will you need?

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of plating processes, electrolytes, and surface finishing principles.
• Hands‑on experience with laboratory equipment and analytical tools.
• Ability to follow standardized procedures and interpret technical instructions.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a cross‑functional team.
• Proactive mindset with willingness to learn and apply new technologies.
• Reliability, safety awareness, and adherence to laboratory standards.

We are Offering...

You will be part of a highly collaborative culture that fosters continuous improvement through cross‑functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We accomplish this through a strong and unified culture, as well as transparent management, which has enabled us to build high‑performing global teams delivering premium solutions to our customers.