Applications Specialist

ESI • Shelton, CT

3d • Onsite

About The Position

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions is seeking a motivated, hands-on Chemist, Materials Scientist, or Chemical Engineer to join their Applications Development team. This role will support product development for advanced semiconductor metallization processes and is ideal for an early-career professional interested in laboratory work, problem-solving, and collaboration. 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Internal & Customer Focus: Build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Understand customer needs and expectations. Build strong internal relationships, earning respect for advice and results.
• Initiative and adaptability: Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn. Adapt to changing priorities and project requirements.
• Communication Communicate technical information clearly and professionally. Effectively, share experimental results and observations with team members.
• Problem Solving Apply analytical thinking to investigate technical challenges. Work collaboratively to identify and implement solutions.
• Results Orientation Maintain attention to detail and high-quality work standards. Manage assigned tasks effectively and meet project deadlines.
• Collaboration Work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Support colleagues and contribute to shared project goals. Seek feedback and continuously develop technical and professional skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the characterization and optimization of electrodeposition 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.

Benefits

• health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness Program
• PTO/Holidays
• 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match
• paid parental leave
• tuition reimbursement
• opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level