Mechanical Engineer at Element Solutions in Itasca, Illinois

Job Description:

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MACDERMID ALPHA ELECTRONIC SOLUTIONS

Through the innovation of specialty chemicals and materials under our Alpha, Compugraphics, Electrolube, Kester, and MacDermid Enthone brands, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions provides solutions that power electronics interconnection. We serve all global regions and every step of device manufacturing within each segment of the electronics supply chain. The experts in our Semiconductor Solutions, Circuitry Solutions, and Assembly Solutions divisions collaborate in design, implementation, and technical service to ensure success for our partner clients. Our solutions enable our customers' manufacture of extraordinary electronic devices at high productivity and reduced cycle time. MacDermid Alpha is a business unit of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI). Element Solutions Inc is a leading specialty chemicals company whose businesses supply a broad range of solutions that enhance the products people use every day.

ASSEMBLY SOLUTIONS

As a global supplier of solder technologies, fluxes, cleaners and other attachment materials for the electronics assembly industry, we develop innovative materials that join electronic circuits in high volume device manufacturing. Our high-performing interconnect materials are used to assemble consumer electronics from circuit boards, discrete electronic components, connectors and integrated circuit substrates.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a dynamic and innovative Mechanical Engineer to lead the development of new engineered products and the associated manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product development, engineering, and project management. If you are passionate about driving innovation and delivering high-quality engineered products, we encourage you to apply and join our collaborative team.

What will you be doing?

• Develop solder and Argomax preforms and the processes to manufacture them. Coordinate with Manufacturing, Engineering, R&D and Marketing, as well as outside contractors in the development of new engineered products.
• Lead efforts in the development of innovating technologies and the development of new processes to produce new products/preforms.
• Coordinate new product development, from product concepts to packaging of new preforms products.
• Manage projects to improve or develop processes to make preforms from different alloys, different shapes, different coatings, and different processes.
• Work with processes as, Argomax coating, Edgegate flux coating, extrusion, rolling, slitting, stamping, de-burring, packaging, laser cutting, powder forming and sintering, manage all tool room activities and automation of new developed process.
• Develop and /or select equipment for processing and packaging preforms as, pick and place systems, spooling and winding.
• Conduct feasibility studies on new proposed products or processes.
• Set-up, support and implementation of preform pilot projects, responsible for analysis of the data and drawing up the conditions to be imposed on the process and product improvement activities.

Who are You?

• Prefer a Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university in the engineering or technical field, at least five plus years of experience in tool engineering, precision stamping, lamination, rolling and slitting, extrusion, reel to reel processing, process automation, and high speed assembly.
• Design experience with various materials of construction.
• Ability to do basic 2D &3D design on Auto Cad, Solid works and/or Fusion 360
• Very good communication skills.
• Possess good writing skills.
• Comfortable running tool shop equipment.
• Must be computer literate. Excel, Word, Power Point, AutoCad

We understand that not all candidates may meet the requirements listed above. If you believe you have the knowledge and experience necessary to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.

What competencies will you need?

• Must abide by all Company policies/procedures, safety rules and governmental regulations.
• Possesses well-developed communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Addresses inquiries and resolves problems by using appropriate resources/other departments to achieve results/answers.
• Present a professional attitude and handle confidential information according to non-disclosure guidelines.
• Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment.
• High ethical standards and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to speak, read and write English.
• Well-organized and detail oriented.

We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - We are committed to solving the complete and evolving needs of our customers through innovation and high-quality standards. We are focused on brining cutting edge and environmentally sustainable solutions to the market. Our people are the critical resource required to make that happen. We support your success by creating a strong, inclusive culture, competitive total rewards and an appropriate work-life balance.

As part of the MAES Team, you will have ...

• Opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation (competitive base salary and performance related bonus plan) and benefits packages (health, dental, and vision insurance, Wellness Program, PTO/Holidays, as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with a company match).
• Innovated work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Perks and Incentives such as paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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