Process Engineer - Plating

Your Job

The Process Engineer - Plating will implement high-efficiency plating production methods that ensure consistent quality and improved manufacturing performance.

They will lead, upgrade and optimize electro reel-to-reel plating technology to enhance the plating process engineering.

Our Team

Join a great team that provides manufacturing support to the Plating Department in making electrical connectors.

Molex is investing heavily in our Lincoln NE facility.

Come join an exciting and growth-oriented company!

What You Will Do


* Lead the upgrade, optimization, and control of electro reel-to-reel plating processes to improve efficiency, product quality, and consistency.


* Address plating quality issues through root cause analysis, corrective actions, and collaboration with internal teams and external suppliers.


* Design and execute experiments to evaluate new plating chemistries, equipment, and process parameters, ensuring continuous innovation.


* Utilize statistical process control (SPC) tools to monitor plating line performance and drive improvements in process capability.


* Develop, maintain, and ensure adherence to plating process documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, control plans, and change control procedures.


* Initiate and lead continuous improvement projects to reduce costs, waste, and cycle times in plating manufacturing operations.


* Provide technical expertise, support, and training to production teams on plating standards, troubleshooting, and process improvements.


* Work with suppliers to evaluate and qualify new plating materials and equipment, and lead automation/digitalization initiatives to enhance process control and traceability.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Bachelor's degree in Material Science/Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree.


* Minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.


* Strong technical writing and data reporting skills to clearly communicate complex plating processes and results.


* In-depth knowledge of materials science and chemical interactions relevant to plating technologies.


* Proficient in designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments to drive process improvements.


* Familiarity with plating manufacturing processes.


* Experience in designing plating equipment.

What Will Put You Ahead


* Advanced degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.


* Experience in plating formulation and application, specifically for electrical connectors.


* Direct experience collaborating with plating chemistry suppliers or working in plating-related R&D environments.


* Expertise in plating technologies, including process control, quality assurance, and defect resolution.


* Proven ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and continuously learn in a fast-paced manufacturing ...