Senior Process Engineer

ATC AVIATION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company in Singapore seeks a Surface Finishing Engineer to optimize and lead processes in aerospace and semiconductor applications. Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering and 5–8 years of relevant experience. This role offers a collaborative work environment and competitive compensation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Opportunity to influence engineering decisions

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in surface finishing, preferably in aerospace and/or semiconductor industries.
• Hands-on experience with equipment used in plating, anodizing, or semiconductor surface treatments.
• Familiar with quality systems: AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimization of surface finishing processes.
• Analyze root causes of defects and implement corrective actions.
• Stay updated on industry trends and new technologies.

Skills

Surface chemistry understanding

Problem-solving

Communication

Cross-functional team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SEM

XRF

Profilometers

Contact angle measurement

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and optimization of surface finishing processes (e.g., electroplating, anodizing, etching, passivation, cleaning, etc.)

• Scale lab processes to production and troubleshoot process-related issues on the shop floor.

• Analyze root causes of defects (e.g., poor adhesion, roughness, contamination) and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with industry standards such as AS9100, NADCAP, etc.

• Design and execute experiments (DOE, SPC, FMEA) to improve process capability and stability.

• Collaborate with quality assurance to support audits and customer-specific requirements.

• Document and maintain process control plans, work instructions, and operating procedures.

• Drive cost reduction and yield improvement initiatives through process innovation and automation.

• Provide technical support to internal teams and interface with customers as needed.

• Stay updated on industry trends, materials, and new technologies in surface finishing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in surface finishing, preferably in aerospace and/or semiconductor industries.

• Strong understanding of surface chemistry, electrochemistry, and materials interactions.

• Hands-on experience with equipment used in plating, anodizing, or semiconductor surface treatments.

• Familiar with quality systems: AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP, etc.

• Experience with analytical tools: SEM, XRF, profilometers, contact angle measurement, etc.

• Proficient in problem-solving tools.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.

• Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations relevant to chemical processing.

Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge technologies in aerospace and semiconductor applications.

• Opportunity to influence high-impact engineering decisions.

• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.