Job Description

TITLE: Plating Process Development Engineer

Comp: $140,000-$180,000

Location: New Albany, IN

Our client is seeking immediate assistance in identifying a candidate for a Plating Process Development Engineer direct hire position in New Albany, IN.

Responsibilities:

• Design and execute experiments focused on electrochemical deposition and development of novel plating materials
• Characterize deposited materials using analytical tools, coordinating both internal and external lab testing efforts
• Support both R&D and production teams with plating process development, optimization, and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with chemical suppliers and equipment vendors to evaluate and implement new plating technologies
• Lead the transition of new plating processes from development into full-scale production
• Drive product testing, validation, and qualification of new materials and processes
• Maintain lab procedures, documentation, and ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance plating quality, consistency, and performance

Required Skills:

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in electroplating, electrolytic plating, or similar surface coating processes
• Strong experience working in reel-to-reel or strip line plating environments
• Direct experience with gold and nickel plating processes
• Hands-on materials characterization experience using tools such as SEM, XRD, XRF, or similar
• Ability to work effectively in both lab and production environments
• Proven troubleshooting skills related to plating quality and process improvement
• Comfortable working in a chemical environment with a strong focus on safety and proper material handling
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally