R&D Scientist III

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions operates as 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.

MacDermid Enthone Industrial Solutions is a global supplier of industrial metal and plastic finishing chemistries. We primarily design and manufacture chemical systems that protect and decorate surfaces.
Our high-performance functional coatings improve resistance to wear and tear, such as hard chrome plating of shock absorbers for cars or provide corrosion resistance for appliance parts. Our decorative
performance coatings apply finishes for parts in various end markets such as automotive interiors or jewelry surfaces. As part of our broader sustainable solutions platform, we also provide both chemistry
and equipment for turnkey wastewater treatment and recycle and reuse solutions. Our industrial customer base is highly diverse and includes customers in the following end markets: appliances and
electronics equipment; automotive parts; industrial parts; plumbing goods; construction equipment and transportation equipment.

We strive to embody the five Elements of our Culture, our 5Cs : 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.

The Scientist will be a leader in technology for plating chemistry development, electrolytes, and additives. The position is hands-on, where the ideal candidate will enjoy creating and testing new aqueous plating processes and materials to meet the most demanding industrial plating applications. The qualified candidate will work as part of the RD team while interacting with scientists, product management, and application engineers to commercialize new products for the advanced electronic solution business.

• Hold self to the highest safety standards and commit to building a solid safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
• Electroplating electroless chemistry and process development
• Hands-on plating work, testing chemistries, and evaluating results
• Electrochemistry modeling and understanding mechanisms for plating baths
• Investigation of aqueous and ionic liquid electrolyte systems
• Provide technical understandings to allow smooth project transfer to process engineering and manufacturing.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the patent and literature for new alloy systems, chemistry, and additives across related technology areas.
• Understand and incorporate the competitive landscape in technology mapping and protect intellectual property.
• Deliver presentations/reports that distill complex ideas into precise results and proposals; communicate appropriately to influence internal and external audiences.
• Actively participate in workgroup team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem-solving, and other workgroups, department, and functional topics.

• Possess a MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Science or related disciplines
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of electrochemistry is a must
• Background in plating equipment, RD instrumental labs, and working in a research laboratory is preferred
• Experience in electroless plating or other wet processes is preferred
• Experience in inorganic chemistry and chemical analysis techniques (AA, ICP, XRF, EDS, titration, UV/Vis)
• Synthesis skills in plating organic polymer additives are a plus experience with small hood-scale reactors and apparatus

• Ability to work independently as well as in groups
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information effectively and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, etc.

As part of our team here, as well as receiving a competitive base salary, you will also participate in a generous performance related bonus scheme. In addition, you will also be covered under our corporate medical insurance plan and annual leaves.

Teamwork
At ESI, 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.

All qualified applications 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.

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