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Engineer Leadership Development Program - Chemical Engineer

$70.6k - $105.9k
Full-time

Merck Group

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join EMD Electronics.

Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

Everything we do in EMD Electronics is to help us deliver on our purpose of being the company behind the companies, advancing digital living. We are dedicated to being the trusted supplier of high-tech materials, services and specialty chemicals for the electronics, automotive and cosmetics industries. We foster a global collaborative organization made up of individuals who have the passion to win, obsess about the customer, are relentlessly curious and act with urgency. Together, we push the boundaries of science to make more possible for our customers.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role:

The Engineering Leadership Development Program (ELDP) offers a unique opportunity for highly talented and motivated recent graduates to gain valuable experience and training in the multifaceted disciplines of Semiconductor Solutions operations. As a participant, you may work in a production facility developing next-generation CMP slurries, ultra-thin dielectric and metal film precursors, safe and effective semiconductor material delivery tools, or formulated cleans and etching products designed to support the semiconductor industry.

Throughout the program, you will complete three 12-month rotational assignments, gaining exposure to the company's core businesses, processes, technologies, and leadership. Rotations will span diverse functions, including Production, Research and Development, Quality, and Engineering, providing a comprehensive foundation for career growth.

Additionally, participants will have the opportunity to earn a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, equipping them with the tools to lead projects and drive process improvements.

As a program participant, you will develop technical skills in key areas such as:

  • Project Management
  • Quality and Compliance
  • Data and Digital Capabilities
  • Manufacturing Operations
  • Customer and Logistics Services (including distribution, transportation, and warehousing)
  • Product and Process Analysis & Improvement Methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Design Excellence)

Assignment selection will be guided by your career interests, developmental goals, and business needs, with input from the Program Manager, program stakeholders, assignment managers, and mentors. Potential assignments are located across the United States, including facilities in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Texas, California, and Arizona. Geographic flexibility is essential for future rotation assignments. The anticipated start date for this position is July 2025.

Who You Are:

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering
  • Graduation date of 2025 to Fall 2026

Preferred Qualifications:

  • GPA of 3.5 or higher
  • 1+ previous professional internship experience

Pay Range for this position - $70,600-$105,900/year

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here .

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!

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