Senior Plating Engineer

JOB DESCRIPTION:
1. Process Development and Optimization:
- Develop, implement, and improve electroless nickel plating processes to meet customer and project requirements.
- Optimize bath compositions, operating parameters, and plating techniques to achieve desired thickness, hardness, adhesion, and corrosion resistance.
- Conduct experiments to identify process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and maintain bath performance.
2. Quality Control:
- Establish and maintain quality standards for plating operations, including uniformity, appearance, and functional properties.
- Perform regular analyses of plating baths (e.g., pH, nickel, phosphorus content) to ensure consistency and quality.
- Investigate and resolve plating defects such as porosity, adhesion failures, or surface irregularities.
3. Environmental Compliance:
- Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations regarding chemical handling, wastewater treatment, and emissions control.
- Implement sustainable practices to reduce waste, chemical consumption, and environmental impact.
4. Project Management:
- Lead technical projects related to electroless nickel plating, from concept to implementation.
- Collaborate with production teams to scale up new plating processes and integrate them into manufacturing workflows.
- Provide cost estimates, timelines, and resource requirements for plating projects.
5. Research and Development:
- Explore new formulations, additives, and technologies to enhance the performance and capabilities of electroless nickel coatings.
- Evaluate and implement advanced measurement and monitoring systems to improve process control.
6. Training and Leadership:
- Train and mentor technicians and junior engineers in plating techniques, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
- Act as a technical expert, providing guidance to teams and communicating findings to stakeholders.
7. Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
- Oversee the maintenance and calibration of plating equipment, including tanks, pumps, heaters, and agitation systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve equipment-related issues to minimize downtime and improve reliability.