R&D Scientist

Element Solutions; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a segment of Element Solutions Inc, is seeking an RD Scientist in Bengaluru. The role focuses on developing soldering and interconnecting materials, evaluating raw materials, and delivering test results with strong DOE and analytical skills.

You will operate laboratory instruments, document findings, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet product requirements and ensure quality in PCB/semiconductor assembly contexts.

Qualifications

• M.E./M.Tech in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer with 4–6 years' experience in industrial or academic research.
• Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer is acceptable.
• Strong understanding of materials science to correlate structure and properties.

Responsibilities

• Develop soldering/interconnecting and allied materials per business requirements.
• Evaluate alternative raw materials and products per customer requirements.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Document results and prepare technical reports per quality standards.
• Conduct experiments including formulations and material characterization.
• Apply DOE, statistics, and root-cause analysis to accelerate development.
• Present findings to internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain inventory and ensure lab safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Materials science

Analytical instrumentation

Design of Experiments

Statistical analysis

English communication

Education

M.E. or M.Tech in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer

Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Solder metallurgy knowledge

Job description

RD Scientist

Job Summary

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.

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 todays competitive landscape.

We embody the Elements of our Culture- our 5Cs; 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

This position is a part of MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions (MAES) RD team. Primary purpose of this position will be to develop soldering /interconnecting and allied materials per business requirements, evaluate alternative raw materials in products, evaluate products per customer requirements, operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments, documentation and presentation of test results.

What will you be doing

• Use creative problem-solving knowledge for scientific research and development.
• Plan technical pathways to develop new products as per business requirements.
• Utilize knowledge of Materials science, Chemistry, analytical instrumentation, in developing industrially useful technologies for PCB and semiconductor assembly.
• Develop test methods and test capabilities to characterize /evaluate materials per project requirements
• Conduct experiments in laboratory, including formulations and other sample preparation, product characterization, product performance and reliability testing per project specifications or customer requirements.
• Demonstrates strong proficiency in Design of Experiments, statistical analysis, and root-cause investigation to accelerate materials and process development
• Document laboratory procedures and results, analyze test data, prepare technical reports following quality requirements of the organization.
• Present and discuss technical findings within work group and with internal /external customers.
• Maintain inventory of raw materials and other supplies as required.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory instruments and ensure safety and cleanliness of the workplace.

Who are You

• M. E. or M. Tech. in Material Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer with 4 - 6 years of working experience in industrial or academic research
• Or Ph. D. in Material Science, Chemical Engineering or Polymer.
• Strong understanding about principles of materials science to correlate chemical structure, composition, and processing conditions with mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties of materials.
• Understanding of analytical techniques used for material characterization. Ability to take the ownership of various instruments will be preferred.
• Working knowledge of advanced semiconductor packaging, SiP integration, interfacial interactions, thermal management, adhesion mechanisms, and package reliability concepts. Basic understanding of solder metallurgy, soldering processes, and wafer-level packaging technologies is preferred.
• Focuses on team goals and supports team members
• Proactively seeks and incorporates feedback from peers and stakeholders
• Awareness of safety, cleanliness, and quality
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Statistical analysis

What competencies will you need

• Motivated to learn new tasks, new concepts, new applications, etc
• Ability to work as individual and as a part of a cross-functional and intercultural team
• Excellent good communication skill (written and verbal) in English
• Good Analytical (problem solving) skills and Strategic (adaptability, sense of urgency) thinking