Senior Electroless Nickel Plating Engineer

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.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

2. Age: From 35 to 45 years old

3. Working experience:

- Minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience in electroless nickel plating or a related surface engineering field.

- Proven track record of managing plating operations and developing advanced coatings.

4. Technical Skills:

- Strong understanding of electroless nickel plating chemistry, including bath formulation, additives, and troubleshooting.

- Knowledge of plating-related standards (e.g., ASTM, MIL specifications).

- Familiarity with analytical techniques like spectroscopy, titration, and microscopy.

5. Soft Skills:

- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with teams and presenting findings.

- Leadership and project management abilities.

6. Professional certifications in electroplating or surface finishing is an advantage.

7. Can communicate in English