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Job Overview
The Staff Plating Engineer is responsible for leading electroplating and surface finishing operations with emphasis on equipment selection, process optimization, wastewater treatment systems, and cost reduction initiatives. This role requires deep technical expertise in electrochemical processes, environmental compliance, and manufacturing efficiency improvements.
Job Requirements
Equipment Selection & Engineering
- Evaluate, specify, and select electroplating equipment including rectifiers, filtration systems, plating tanks, and automation components
- Conduct feasibility studies for new plating technologies and equipment upgrades
- Collaborate with vendors to define technical specifications and performance requirements
- Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and validation activities
- Develop equipment maintenance programs and troubleshooting procedures
Process Optimization
- Design and optimize electroplating processes for improved quality, efficiency, and throughput
- Conduct statistical process control (SPC) analysis and design of experiments (DOE) to identify process improvements
- Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and control plans
- Implement advanced process control strategies and monitoring systems
- Troubleshoot complex plating defects and implement corrective actions
Wastewater Treatment & Environmental Compliance
- Design and optimize wastewater treatment systems for plating operations
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations (EPA, local discharge permits)
- Implement waste minimization and pollution prevention strategies
- Monitor and analyze wastewater chemistry and treatment system performance
- Develop emergency response procedures for environmental incidents
Cost Savings & Efficiency Improvements
- Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities in chemical consumption, energy usage, and waste disposal
- Conduct economic analysis of process improvements and equipment investments
- Lead cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence goals
- Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for plating operations
- Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives
What your background should look like
Education & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related technical field
- 8+ years of experience in electroplating or surface finishing operations
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
- Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant field is a plus
Technical Skills
- Deep understanding of electrochemical principles and plating chemistry
- Experience with wastewater treatment technologies (chemical precipitation, ion exchange, membrane processes)
- Proficiency in process simulation software and statistical analysis tools
- Knowledge of environmental regulations and permit requirements
- Experience with automated plating systems and process control
Leadership & Communication
- Proven ability to lead technical teams and cross-functional projects
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in project management and budget development
Preferred Qualifications
Competencies
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter).
COMPENSATION
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $124,700-$187,000 (subject to change dependent on physical location)
• Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
• Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
• A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
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MIDDLETOWN, Pennsylvania 17057-3144
United States
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