Description
As an Ink Chemist at HP, you will acquire knowledge and provide ongoing engineering contributions to the Ink Plant in Tuas, Singapore. You will be part of a team of chemists and product/process/equipment/writing system engineers responsible for ensuring product quality and availability, qualifying raw materials/process/formulation changes, and introducing new products.
Key responsibilities include:
- Acquiring knowledge of ink chemistry from raw materials to finished ink products
- Understanding materials, process, and equipment interactions on the resultant chemistry of finished products and ink chemistry requirements for printing performance
- Collaborating with product/process engineers for ink characterization, margins study, product FMEA, and process HAZOP
- Developing models and analytical procedures to improve understanding and performance of HP inks and interactions with printhead, supplies, and media
- Defining and implementing chemical and process analysis and test plans to evaluate formulations and resolve manufacturing issues
- Working with product/process engineers on root cause analysis of quality issues with inks
- Working with material/product engineers on raw materials qualification and issue investigation
- Participating as a member of the ink chemist community and internal and outsourced development partners to develop reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions
- Traveling to the US for short periods when required to work with the San Diego team
To succeed in this role, you typically have:
- An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in a high-technology manufacturing or R&D environment
- Experience with and understanding of chemistry concepts, practices, and laboratory procedures
- Strong problem-solving, analytical skills, and a growth mindset
- Strong understanding and experience in designing chemical formulations and processes and associated production tooling and processes
- Ability to effectively communicate process architectures and product formulations, design proposals, and negotiate options at a management level
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills, with the ability to communicate across geographies, levels, and functions