Through Glass Via (TGV) Paste Scientist

Position Description:

• Our TGV Paste Scientist will be responsible Samtec is searching for a thick film material scientist in our Glass Core Technology business supporting conductive paste formulation projects.
• We are seeking a highly motivated and creative individual with a strong scientific background and hands-on experience in metallurgy, thick film pastes, and sintering for implementing such pastes.
• The person in this role will be responsible for developing and testing new formulations as well as devising application-specific test vehicles to validate that key requirements are met.
• In addition, this candidate will be responsible for performing research to design innovative formulation concepts in-line with customer’s requirements for sintering pastes, run tests and studies.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

• Develop thorough understanding of paste materials, customer requirements, and support our R&D programs in developing new products to create profitable growth for Samtec’s Glass Core Technology business platform.
• Develop new material formulations and support various R&D projects, run experiments, and evaluate results.
• Contribute to the generation of patents.
• Contribute to the evaluation of competitor landscape.

• Work independently on the design, execution, and interpretation of experimental results.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of experimental designs, assay development, experimental results, and data analysis.
• Support strategy for optimization of material development as needed.
• Following up on issues impacting product (e.g., deviation, SPC, etc.).
• Optimizing and testing processes.
• Monitoring, analyzing, and addressing SPC issues.
• Proven time management, organization, and prioritization skills.
• Proven ability to communicate and present effectively.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Strong analytical skills; ability to analyze, troubleshoot and overcome technical hurdles independently and methodically with minimal guidance.
• Significant understanding of the electronics industry, and specific experience in this area is particularly desirable.
• Understanding of Design of Experiments methodologies, and experience analyzing data using statistical analysis tools.
• Detail-oriented with good time management skills.
• Ability to stay proactive and cooperative working in a small team environment.
• The ability to communicate fluently in English is essential.
• Strong presentation and written and verbal communication skills
• Effective computer skills in Microsoft Office suite and Outlook are preferred.
• Ability to apply fundamental theories in real engineering problem solving.

“The responsibilities as defined are intended to serve as a general guideline for this position. Associates may be asked to perform additional tasks depending on strengths and capabilities.”

Required Skills:

• Hands-on experience in sintering technologies and formulation.
• Must be able to work on assigned projects independently and to complete projects of high quality in a timely manner.
• Ability to understand inline process monitors.
• Fundamental understanding of standard metrology, inspection (including 3D X-Ray), and failure analysis methods and their applications.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement in yield, throughput, and cost reduction, preferably in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Be detail-oriented and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Be a highly-motivated, team-player with a positive attitude who is also excited about learning new skills and assisting with various projects and assignments as necessary.
• Working knowledge and understanding of, MSDS, lock-out/tag-out, and OSHA requirements.
• Hands-on approach to development work and technical problem solving.

Required Education:

• PhD in Chemistry, Metallurgy or Materials Science with 0-5 years of experience in an appropriate technical or scientific discipline; or BS in Chemistry, Metallurgy or Materials Science with 10 years of experience in electronic packaging.