Business Overview

MACDERMID ALPHA ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS
Through the innovation of specialty chemicals and materials under our Alpha, Compugraphics, Electrolube, Kester, and MacDermid Enthone brands, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions provides solutions that power electronics interconnection. We serve all global regions and every step of device manufacturing within each segment of the electronics supply chain. The experts in our Semiconductor Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, and Assembly Solutions divisions collaborate in design, implementation, and technical service to ensure success for our partner clients. Our solutions enable our customers' manufacture of extraordinary electronic devices at high productivity and reduced cycle time. MacDermid Alpha is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

SEMICONDUCTOR & ASSEMBLY SOLUTIONS (SAS)
As a global supplier to the semiconductor industry, we provide advanced copper interconnects, die attachment, wafer bump processes, solder technologies, fluxes, cleaners, and other attachment materials for the integrated circuit fabrication, semiconductor packaging, and electronic assembly industries. Our products touch nearly every facet of modern life and enable smart devices, phones, computers, electric vehicles, and more to function properly. SAS consists of three distinct business units (Circuit Board Assembly, Semiconductor Assembly, and Wafer Level Packaging) which are positioned to meet our customers' everchanging needs. We operate globally, employ over 2,500 employees, and represent a $1.2BN (and growing) business.

Job Purpose

As an R&D Chemist, you will be an integral part of our Semiconductor Assembly Adhesives Development team. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in adhesive materials research and development for semiconductor packaging applications. The primary purpose for this chemist is to contribute to the development and testing of advanced adhesive materials for semiconductor packaging. You will work closely with our team of scientists and engineers to conduct experiments, analyze data, and assist in the formulation and optimization of adhesive solutions that play a critical role in enhancing the performance and reliability of semiconductor devices.

Job Responsibilities

• Hold self to highest standards on safety. Committed to build strong safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
• Collaborate with senior scientists and engineers to develop and test adhesive formulations for semiconductor packaging.
• Conduct experiments and tests to characterize adhesive properties, ensuring they meet performance and reliability requirements.
• Assist in the scale-up and optimization of adhesive production processes.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and observations accurately.
• Analyze and interpret data, providing valuable insights to support decision-making.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and organized laboratory environment.
• 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.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's in chemistry, Materials Science, or a related field or equivalent experience
• Strong foundation in chemistry, materials science, and laboratory techniques.
• Enthusiasm for learning and a desire to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow experimental procedures accurately.
• Working knowledge of formulation optimization strategies and DOE techniques.
• Solid foundation in statistics for material development.
• Effective communication skills for collaborating with team members and presenting findings.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced R&D environment.
• Eagerness to embrace challenges, solve problems, and contribute to innovative solutions.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.