Associate Chemical Process Engineer

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a world leader in the development, manufacturing, and sales of innovative materials used in the assembly electronics, industrial joining and Photo Voltaic market places, is seeking a Jr. Chemical Process Engineer for their South Plainfield, NJ global R&D complex.  

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The primary purpose of this position is to assist in chemical process design, pilot and plant scale-up & troubleshooting process problems. The position is part of the Global Process Engineering Group (GPEG) with the responsibility for effectively scaling-up new Chemical processes & improving current chemical processes and products by reducing product cost, while maintaining or improving product quality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 
• Assist in design and implementation of manufacturing processes from the laboratory and concept stage through pilot plant and manufacturing scale-up
• Conduct pilot scale experiments and tests needed to develop and/or improve production processes.
• Perform validation of new and existing processes/equipment to improve yield, product performance and/or to introduce new materials.
• Interfaces with various departments to ensure processes and designs are compatible for new product technology transfer
• Develop specifications and test methods for new and existing production processes.
• Test components of new processes in laboratory setting, and design pilot projects for next step of small-scale testing.
• Investigates and troubleshoots process problems
• Monitor process capabilities and performance through standard statistical process control and analysis methods.
• Improve manufacturing processes by performing comprehensive evaluation of processes, materials and equipment and identifying areas and methods of improvement
• Assist in reducing process variability.
• Utilizes process simulation software to work out the best production methods/equipment.
• Perform other duties & projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualified candidate must:
• Possess a BS degree in chemical engineering or chemistry.
• Two to four years of experience. 
• Must be able to travel both domestically and internationally up to 15% of working time.
 
All applicants should apply online at http://www.alphaassembly.com.    

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