Applications Specialist

Mac Dermid 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, Mac Dermid 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.

We are looking for a motivated, hands‑on Chemist, Materials Scientist, or Chemical Engineer to join our Applications Development team. The Application Specialist will support product development activities for advanced semiconductor metallization processes. This role is ideal for an early‑career professional who enjoys laboratory work, problem‑solving, and working in a collaborative environment. The successful candidate will assist in designing and executing experiments, generating technical data, evaluating new formulations, and supporting the optimization of existing products.

Working closely with R&D scientists, engineers, and customers, the Application Specialist will gain experience in semiconductor electroplating technologies, process characterization, analytical techniques, and product commercialization.

• Support the characterization and optimization of electrode position products for semiconductor applications, including damascene, wafer‑level packaging (WLP), TSV, and compound semiconductor technologies.
• Conduct laboratory experiments and testing according to established procedures and project objectives.
• Assist in executing Design of Experiments (DoE) studies to evaluate and optimize new and existing formulations.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize experimental data and prepare technical reports.
• Support the generation of technical data packages for customer evaluations, product development, and marketing activities.
• Assist, with customer demonstrations, product evaluations, and scale‑up activities when required.
• Perform physical and chemical characterization of plated deposits and processes.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper operation of analytical instruments.
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and actively contribute to a strong safety culture.
• Participate in team meetings, problem‑solving activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with R&D, Applications, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to support project objectives.
• 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.

• PhD or master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field
• 1-3 years of related experience working in chemistry…