Process Engineer (Electroplating / West / MNC)

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

TRUST RECRUIT PTE. LTD. in Singapore invites a hands-on process engineer to join a multi-disciplinary team tasked with optimizing wet and dry manufacturing processes, performing chemical analysis, and ensuring process control.

You will work on equipment maintenance, quality management, and continuous improvement initiatives, employing CAPA, 8D, FMEA, SPC, RCA to solve root causes and raise product quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience with electroplating or chemical processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with CAPA, 8D, FMEA, SPC, RCA preferred.
• Hands-on, analytical, systematic troubleshooting.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Support and optimize wet and dry manufacturing processes to meet quality, yield, and productivity targets.
• Monitor process parameters and control within specifications.
• Troubleshoot deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Investigate process deviations, apply CAPA/FMEA/RCA to improve reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen) to enhance performance and safety.

Skills

Process management

Chemical analysis

Troubleshooting

Quality management

Kaizen

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Diploma or Degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

1.Process Management

• Support and optimize wet and dry manufacturing processes to achieve quality, yield, productivity, and process stability targets.
• Monitor, control, and maintain process parameters within established specifications.
• Manage wet processes, including Copper (Cu) plating, Nickel (Ni) plating, developing, stripping, and seed layer etching.
• Support dry processes, including dry lamination, Laser Direct Imaging (LDI), and flycutting.
• Troubleshoot process deviations and implement effective corrective actions to ensure consistent and stable production.

2.Chemical Analysis & Process Control

• Perform routine chemical analysis of plating solutions and process baths to ensure compliance with specified parameters.
• Conduct weekly replenishment and monitoring of Cu and Ni plating solutions.
• Monitor chemical concentrations and recommend adjustments to maintain optimal process performance and product quality.
• Maintain accurate records of chemical analysis and process conditions for monitoring and continuous improvement.

3.Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Troubleshoot process equipment and identify root causes of equipment-related issues.
• Support preventive and corrective maintenance activities to minimize equipment downtime and maintain operational efficiency.
• Coordinate spare parts replacement and ensure timely equipment upkeep.
• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, commissioning, and process validation activities.

4.Quality Management & Problem Solving

• Investigate process deviations, quality issues, and customer complaints to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Apply structured problem-solving methodologies such as CAPA, 8D, FMEA, SPC, and Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to improve process reliability, product quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve recurring process and quality issues.

5.Continuous Improvement (Kaizen)

• Drive and participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance quality, productivity, cost efficiency, and workplace safety.
• Participate in Kaizen and operational excellence projects to improve manufacturing processes and overall operational performance.
• Analyze production and process data to identify improvement opportunities and trends.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to support process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Knowledge of electroplating, chemical processes, or semiconductor/manufacturing operations will be an advantage.
• Familiarity with CAPA, 8D, FMEA, SPC, RCA, or other structured problem-solving methodologies is preferred.
• Hands-on, analytical, and systematic approach to troubleshooting process and equipment-related issues.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to support production, quality, and process improvement objectives.

Resourceful, meticulous, and a team player.