Electroplating R&D Co-op - Chemical Engineering

Samtec Inc; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Samtec, Inc., a $1B+ privately held global electronic connector manufacturer headquartered in New Albany, Indiana, is seeking a Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Co-Op to work in a fast paced, non-bureaucratic environment. The co-op will gain exposure to electroplating, lab tests, and process improvement, collaborating with Plating Lab, Process Engineering and Materials Innovation.

The role emphasizes initiative, creativity, and customer focus while contributing to research in new plating

Qualifications

• Sophomore, junior or senior pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and time.

Responsibilities

• Learn the Samtec electroplating process.
• Perform analytical procedures (UV-Vis, ICP-OES) to monitor baths.
• Complete post-plating quality checks (gold usage, porosity).
• Investigate customer and internal quality problems.
• Record and update plating process parameters in Samtec systems.
• Troubleshoot plating line problems.
• Assist in laboratory and plating process improvement projects.
• Run electrochemical experiments for R&D in plating technologies.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Pursuing B.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering

Job description

Samtec, Inc., a $1B+ privately held global electronic connector manufacturer headquartered in New Albany, Indiana, is seeking a Chemical Engineering or Chemistry Co-Op to work in a fast paced, non-bureaucratic environment. The co-op will gain exposure to electroplating, lab tests, and process improvement, collaborating with Plating Lab, Process Engineering and Materials Innovation.

The role emphasizes initiative, creativity, and customer focus while contributing to research in new plating