Applications Engineer
About The Position
MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is hiring an Applications Engineer to support the commercial expansion of its products in the Semiconductor Assembly market and support laboratory functions in Piscataway, New Jersey. The role focuses on assembly and testing of Power Electronics, Discrete, and RF components, including customer builds and internal product development. Work may involve soldering, sintering and epoxy die-bonding process optimization, reliability testing of joint materials, thermal and power cycling, failure mode analysis, and supporting product and technology development. The position also involves laboratory equipment management, calibration, 5S activities, and document control. The Applications Engineer works with the global project planning office and executes application and product development projects. The role supports daily laboratory operations, maintains a safe and customer-ready laboratory, operates and maintains processing and test equipment, develops and conducts sample builds and experiments, collects and reports data, provides technical support to Business Development, and works with global teams, customers, partners, and suppliers. Domestic and international travel may be needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or chemical engineering.
- Three years of experience in the Semiconductor Assembly field.
- Knowledge of Computer Aided Design.
- Ability to perform manual work, including basic machine assembly and disassembly for maintenance and modification.
- Strong knowledge of chemistry, materials science, or chemical engineering and experience with specialty chemical applications.
- Ability to design and conduct experiments, interpret results, and recommend solutions.
- Experience providing technical assistance and troubleshooting in industrial or commercial settings.
- Proficiency in analyzing performance data and preparing technical reports.
- Ability to create clear documentation and present to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Skills in managing application projects and coordinating with multiple stakeholders.
- Familiarity with end-use markets such as electronics, coatings, adhesives, or polymers.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced technical and/or engineering degree.
- Degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.
- Prior experience in applications engineering or technical service.
Responsibilities
- Share responsibility for the daily operation of the Piscataway laboratory.
- Maintain laboratory 5S practices to support safe operation and customer interaction.
- Operate and maintain selected processing and testing equipment, including P&P machines, reflow ovens, sinter presses, die bonders, printing systems, environmental test chambers, power cyclers, die shear machines, and electrical probing equipment.
- Support colleagues in using analytical equipment as needed.
- Take ownership of customer projects from conception through implementation and conclusion.
- Conduct sample making and design and conduct design of experiments (DOEs) for material and process improvements.
- Implement MacDermid Alpha global best practices for Semiconductor Assembly as directed by management.
- Proactively implement local best practices and effective solutions for product assembly.
- Collect data using process and analytical equipment and prepare reports as requested.
- Provide technical support to the Business Development team for MacDermid Alpha product offerings.
- Contribute to technical papers and presentations and present technical papers at industry events.
- Collaborate with partner companies, including machine suppliers.
- Conduct failure mode analysis, identify defects and materials involved, and recommend improvement solutions.
- Support R&D product development by evaluating performance using company equipment and/or third parties.
- Work with global teams on complex, multi-site projects as needed.
- Support sample-build campaigns by designing, commissioning, and using specialist tools for handling and processing.
- Work closely with facility coworkers and report to the facility manager.
- Travel domestically and internationally to support company divisions and external customers when necessary.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary and performance-related bonus plan.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Wellness Program.
- PTO and holidays.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid parental leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Opportunities for professional development.
- Opportunities for career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
