Summary
Vertiv is hiring an Electroplating Engineer in the United Arab Emirates to manage and optimize electroplating and surface treatment operations. The role includes monitoring bath conditions and product quality, troubleshooting defects, maintaining plating baths, and improving productivity while reducing rejects and chemical use. The engineer will coordinate with quality, production, and maintenance teams, support audits and product trials, and guide operators on standard procedures. Applicants need a relevant engineering bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of hands-on electroplating or surface treatment experience.
The posting
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The Electroplating Engineer is responsible for managing, optimizing, and controlling electroplating processes to ensure consistent product quality, process efficiency, and compliance with safety and environmental standards. The role supports increased production demand and ensures reliable surface treatment operations.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage and control electroplating processes including bath chemistry, current density, temperature, and coating thickness.
- Monitor daily electroplating operations to ensure quality standards and customer specifications are met.
- Troubleshoot plating defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Conduct regular analysis of plating baths and ensure timely replenishment and maintenance.
- Optimize processes to improve productivity, reduce rejections, and minimize chemical consumption.
- Coordinate with Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams to resolve process issues.
- Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations related to electroplating operations.
- Support audits, documentation, and process standardization activities.
- Assist in new product development, trials, and process improvements related to surface treatment.
- Train and guide operators on best practices and standard operating procedures.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical / mechanical / metallurgical engineering or related field.
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience in electroplating or surface treatment operations (manufacturing environment preferred).
- Strong knowledge of electroplating processes, chemicals, and quality control methods.
- Familiarity with safety and environmental compliance standards.
- Good problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Electroplating process control
- Surface treatment & coating technology
- Quality assurance & defect analysis
- Chemical handling & safety compliance
- Process optimization & continuous improvement