1. Job description:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
2. Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
- Age: From 35 to 45 years old
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Professional certifications in electroplating or surface finishing is an advantage.
- Can communicate in English
3. Benefits
- Working days: 5 days per week (Monday-Friday)
- Performance Bonus
- Annual Wage Supplement (AWS)
- Social, Health, Unemployment Insurance
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Free Lunch
- Long Service Award
- Annual Summer Trip / Annual Dinner Event
- Internal/External Training Programs
- Transportation pick-up (from Hanoi City to Company and back)
- Successful candidates can expect to receive a very attractive remuneration package which will be commensurate with his / her qualifications and experience.
HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV to the consultant in charge:
Ms. Tuyet Phan
E-mail: tuyet.phan@ev-search.com
All applications will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.
