Applications Specialist

Element Solutions Inc; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 73,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus plan

401k match

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Element Solutions Inc is seeking a practical chemist to join the applications development team. The Applications Specialist will provide site-specific support for product development, scale up and test proprietary additives, and validate deposits from R&D under supervision.

The role requires 1–2 years in chemistry labs, DoE experience, and strong communication skills. You will support beta-site testing at global sites and help troubleshoot processes while maintaining safety and quality.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience in chemistry laboratories.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information clearly.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task environment; self-motivated and team oriented.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques and safety practices in a lab.
• Willingness to assist in scaling up and beta-site testing with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Scale up testing of formulations for electrodeposition of metals for electronics applications.
• Perform DoE experiments to test viability and optimization of new formulations.
• Analyze results, prepare reports, and recommend next actions.
• Generate technical data for marketing and applications.
• Assist in production scale-up, field installation and troubleshooting as needed.
• Maintain safety standards and participate in cross-functional team meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team oriented

Multi-tasking

Self-motivated

Instrument maintenance

Tools

Instrumentation maintenance

Job description

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Division: Advanced Interconnect Solutions - Circuitry Soluti

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.

• Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
• Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
• Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
• Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
• Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
• Micromax – Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes

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 today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; 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?

We’re looking for a practical, creative, and extremely talented Chemist to join our applications development team. The Applications Specialist will be responsible for providing local, site-specific support for our product development functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for scale up and testing of proprietary additives andcomponentscoming from research and development under the guidance of their supervisor. The applications chemist will characterize the processes utilizing DoE methodologies and the deposits by physical and chemical methods providing feedback to research and development. In addition,they will assist in developing and implementing analytical techniques forproducts and processes as well as assist in production scale-up, field installation and troubleshooting as necessary.

What will you be doing?

• Product scale up testing of formulations for electrodeposition of metals for the electronics industry including printed circuit boards, IC substrates and LED applications.
• Execution of DoE’s to test new formulations for viability and optimization.
• Able to observe, analyze, calculate and interpret results, prepare reports and recommend further action based on results.
• Generate relevanttechnical data for marketing presentations and specific applications.
• Assist in beta-site testing and commercialization of new products at global GDAC’s and customer sites
• Actively participate in work group team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other work group, department, and functional topics.
• Hold self to highest standards on safety. Committed to build strong safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
• Effective communication skills are necessary for working with the external customers as well as internal stakeholders.
• Thorough literature and background information searching
• Accountable for a project and achieving specific technical goals within that project.

Who are You?

1-2 years of related experience working in chemistry laboratories

What competencies will you need?

• Keep up with new techniques and methods developed in the field.
• Ability to maintain instruments mechanically a plus.
• Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment. Self-motivated. Team oriented.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information effectively and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, etc.

We are Offering...

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus plan. In addition, you will also receive a 401k plan with company matching, Life Insurance, and Medical Insurance as well as 9 holidays.

The typical base salary for this position is $72,822.00 to $107,732.00

Teamwork- At Element Solutions Inc, you will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management which has empowered us to create high performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.

Nearest Major Market: New Haven
Nearest Secondary Market: Hartford