Electroplating / Chemical Engineer

at  Central Semiconductor Corp

HERITAGE

Central Semiconductor is the go-to company for customers around the world who are looking for innovative and reliable discrete semiconductor solutions. Based in Hauppauge, NY, Central manufactures leading-edge surface mount and bare die discrete semiconductors for the most advanced high-tech products, and at the same time continues to manufacture older technology through-hole devices still needed by manufacturers of legacy products. Established in 1974, and previously a privately held organization, Central was acquired by AEM, Inc in 2023, and operates today as Central Semiconductor LLC.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Operations and working under limited supervision, the Plating Engineer is responsible for all Tin Whisker Mitigation (TWM) engineering/process related activities, TWM new product development related activities, overall TWM product quality and reliability, and takes the lead for all TWM continuous improvement and risk mitigation activities. This is a full-time, onsite opportunity. There is no remote work arrangement or location assistance available for this position.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• BS. in Chemical Engineering or related Engineering degree
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in electro-plating operations. Specific to electronics industry end applications a plus.
• Status as a US Person as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)

All TWM and Plating Line activities including:

• Support all AEM TWM plating and related operations to ensure highest possible quality and on-time delivery objectives are met
• Specifies all equipment and equipment implementation for TWM plating
• Responsible for the generation and maintenance of process instructions necessary for plating
• Review purchase orders and related purchase order documents for the generation of Quality Planning Sheets (QPS) to ensure no customer requirements are missed
• Responsible for new TWM product qualifications and TWM pre-evaluation activities
• Evaluates and specifies plating processes as applicable to a wide range of passive and active electronic components and coordinates new plating chemical/raw material qualifications and supplier approvals with Quality and AEM Purchasing Departments
• Takes the lead supporting Quality with Failure Analysis (FA) and internal/external Corrective Action Request (CAR) activities
• Establishes and documents Preventative Maintenance (PM) plans for TWM plating and related processing and testing/screening equipment
• Adheres to all safety requirements and enforces compliance
• Interacts professionally with co-workers and vendors; understands internal customers; and strives to maintain good relations with others
• May assist in other areas or perform other duties as required by business demands