AIT - A Specialty Materials Company

Job DescriptionJob Description About AI Technology, Inc. AI Technology, Inc. (AIT) is a global leader in advanced materials for electronic packaging and interconnection, including adhesives, thermal interface materials, die-attach solutions, and soldering and sintering technologies. AIT serves demanding markets such as semiconductor packaging, power electronics, aerospace, and automotive, where reliability and performance are critical. Position Summary The Soldering-Sintering Specialist is responsible for the development, optimization, and technical support of SAC and related metal-based soldering and sintering pastes used in electronic interconnection applications. This role combines hands-on materials development with benchmarking, characterization, and cross-functional support of sales, manufacturing, and marketing teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in solder metallurgy, flux chemistry, or sintering materials and enjoys working at the intersection of materials science, process development, and customer applications. Key Responsibilities Product Development & Benchmarking Lead benchmarking efforts of competitive soldering and sintering materials and interconnection technologies. Evaluate industry trends, emerging materials, and process innovations relevant to fine-pitch and high-reliability electronic interconnections. Translate benchmarking insights into product development and improvement strategies. Materials & Formulation Development Develop and optimize flux formulations for soldering and sintering paste systems. Formulate SAC and related metal powder mixtures for fine-pitch, high-density, and power electronic applications. Optimize powder loading, particle size distribution, rheology, and paste stability. Process Optimization & Characterization Perform process optimization for soldering and sintering applications, including reflow and sintering profiles. Conduct comprehensive product characterization including thermal, mechanical, electrical, and metallurgical evaluation. Perform reliability and performance testing to ensure products meet or exceed internal and customer-defined requirements. Analyze structure-property-performance relationships and document findings. Cross-Functional & Technical Support Support internal teams including sales, manufacturing, and marketing with technical expertise and data. Assist with customer evaluations, application troubleshooting, and technical presentations. Contribute to technical documentation, product datasheets, application notes, and internal training materials. Additional Responsibilities Maintain accurate laboratory records, experimental documentation, and reports. Participate in special projects or additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's degree, Master's degree, or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or a related technical discipline. Hands-on experience with soldering and/or sintering materials preferred. Strong understanding of metallurgy, alloy behavior, melt-flow characteristics, and interfacial reactions. Experience with SAC alloys and related metal powder systems is highly desirable. Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficiency with PC applications and Microsoft Office. Preferred Experience (Not Required) Experience with fine-pitch interconnections, power electronics, or high-reliability electronics. Familiarity with industry standards and reliability testing methods. Prior experience in a customer-facing or application support role. Company DescriptionAIT is a high tech manufacturer of adhesives, coatings and other specialty materials.Company DescriptionAIT is a high tech manufacturer of adhesives, coatings and other specialty materials.