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Senior Application Specialist

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions
Shelton, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2026
Business Unit: MAES

Division: Advanced Interconnect Solutions - Wafer Level Pack

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future!

MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions, a business segment of Element Solutions Inc (NYSE: ESI), is renowned worldwide for its commitment to revolutionizing the electronics industry. With a legacy spanning over a century, we have continually set new benchmarks for excellence, reliability and sustainability in electronic materials.


  • Wafer Level Packaging - Revolutionizing wafer fabrication processes for enhanced efficiency and performance
  • Circuitry Solutions - Tailored solutions to meet the dynamic demands of modern circuitry
  • Electronics Assembly Solutions - Innovating semiconductor, surface mount technology, and power electronics assembly for unparalleled reliability
  • Advanced Materials and Joining - Engineering polymer and metal joining solutions for optimally performing circuits
  • Film & Smart Surface Solutions - Transforming electronics with cutting-edge materials and technologies for enhanced functionality and reliability
  • Micromax – Elevating electronics through high-performing, specialized inks and pastes


Across diverse sectors including automotive, consumer electronics, mobile devices, telecom, data storage, infrastructure, and AI, MacDermid Alpha Electronics Solutions has earned the trust of manufacturers worldwide. Our comprehensive range of high-quality solutions and technical services enables the entire electronics supply chain, empowering businesses to thrive in today's competitive landscape.

We embody the 'Elements of our Culture'- our 5C's; Challenge, Commit, Collaborate, Choose, and Care. These core values are the foundation of our organization which our employees embrace in their interactions with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders, to drive financial performance and create a rewarding work environment.

Who are we looking for?

We’re looking for a practical, creative, and extremely talented hands-on Senior Applications Specialist to join our applications development team. The Sr. Application Specialist will be responsible for providing local, site-specific support for our product development functions. The successful candidate will be responsible for data package generation, design and execute systematic studies, optimize existing products, scaleup and testing of proprietary additives and components coming from research and development. The successful candidate will characterize the processes utilizing DoE methodologies and the deposits by physical and chemical methods providing feedback to research and development. In addition, they will assist in developing and implementing analytical techniques for products and processes.

What will you be doing?


  • Characterizing and optimizing existing and newly developed products for electrodeposition of metals for the semiconductor industry including damascene, wafer level packaging and compound semi.
  • Execution of DoE’s to test existing and new formulations for viability and optimization.
  • Able to observe, analyze, calculate and interpret results, prepare reports and recommend further action based on results.
  • Generate relevant technical data for marketing presentations and specific applications.
  • Assist in commercialization of the existing and new products by discussing results directly with customers and assist in alpha scale up study at internal global application centers if needed.
  • Actively participate in work group team meetings to address safety, process improvement, problem solving, and other work group, department, and functional topics.
  • Hold self to highest standards on safety. Committed to build strong safety culture in all laboratory and related activities.
  • Effective communication skills are necessary for working with the external customers as well
  • Accountable for a project and achieving specific technical goals within that project.
  • Keep up with new techniques and methods developed in the field.
  • Ability to maintain instruments mechanically a plus.
  • Ability to work in a high paced and multi-task environment. Self-motivated. Team oriented.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to convey technical information effectively and concisely to engineering, sales, technicians, etc


Who are You?


  • PhD or master’s degree in chemical engineering or related field
  • 3-5 years of related experience working in chemistry laboratories


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

What competencies will you need?


  • Customer Focus: Understand customer needs and expectations. Build strong relationships, earning respect for advice and results. Positively impact customer decisions through respected advice.
  • Initiative and Flexibility: Engage dynamically with customers. Adapt project focus to meet evolving needs effectively
  • Communication Skills: Professional and responsible communication with internal and external customers. Effective in discussing chemistry, component, and equipment testing and analysis. Confidently present to peers and customers.
  • Creativity: Trusted to plan, execute, and report on complex projects. Capable of collaborative problem-solving and proactive initiative.
  • Results Orientation: Excellent organizational skills, managing multiple complex projects. Set high performance standards and consistently complete tasks diligently.
  • Collaboration: Understand objectives and collaborate effectively. Maintain good relationships with internal and external customers. Adaptable, seeking feedback to improve performance.


We are Offering...

Challenge Yourself and Impact the Future - You will be part of a highly collaborative culture that promotes continuous improvement through cross-functional partnerships to achieve our mission. We do this through a strong and unified culture and transparent management, which has empowered us to create high-performing global teams that achieve superior solutions for our customers.

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).

Innovative work environment where you will be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.

Perks and incentives include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional development.

The typical base salary range for this position is between $78,906 and $118,358

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category applicable under federal, state and local laws.

Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport

Nearest Secondary Market: Danbury

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