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Director, Plating Engineering | Bangkok-based

Bangkok Permanent THB3,780,000 - THB4,620,000 per year View Job Description
You will serve as the organisation's technical authority for all surface finishing processes. This includes driving strategy, leading complex problem solving, supporting new product industrialisation, and strengthening the company's competitive edge in surface engineering technologies. You will also lead and mentor a specialised engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, technical mastery, and operational excellence.
  • Join a world‑class manufacturing environment.
  • Directly influence the organisation's future product and technological roadmap.

About Our Client

This organisation is a well-established global leader in the industry, known for its large-scale production and high-quality standards.

Job Description

PVD Technology Leadership (Primary Focus)

  • Define and execute the long‑term strategy for PVD technology development and capability expansion.
  • Lead evaluation, testing, and industrialisation of new PVD equipment, coating materials, and deposition methods.
  • Ensure stability, repeatability, and high yield in PVD processes across all product lines.
  • Drive R&D collaboration on new materials, coatings, and surface technologies to support upcoming collections.
  • Serve as the company's technical expert for PVD troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, and continuous optimization.



Strategic & Technical Excellence

  • Oversee electroplating and other finishing processes while championing innovation in surface engineering.
  • Solve complex manufacturing issues impacting quality, cost, safety, and efficiency.
  • Lead structured trials, feasibility studies, and technology‑scouting initiatives.
  • Strengthen cross‑plant knowledge transfer, establishing PVD best practices and standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement across processes, equipment, materials, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Support multi‑plant knowledge transfer and act as a Center of Excellence.



People Leadership

  • Develop and mentor a high‑performing engineering team with deep PVD and finishing expertise.
  • Promote a culture of innovation, data‑driven decision-making, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with senior leadership, production, quality, and R&D teams to align technical priorities with business goals.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with strong, hands‑on expertise in PVD technologies.
  • Proven capability in scaling PVD processes from concept to mass production.
  • Strong understanding of vacuum deposition systems, thin‑film coating, materials behaviour, and process control.
  • Solid leadership experience managing engineering teams and driving cross‑functional initiatives.
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem‑solving skills and ability to diagnose complex technical issues.
  • Clear communication skills, able to translate technical concepts for non‑technical stakeholders.
  • Fluency in English.
  • Experience working in Southeast Asia (SEA) is highly advantageous, particularly in high‑volume manufacturing settings, due to the region's unique operating environments, supply chains, and labour dynamics.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • High strategic influence - direct impact on technology roadmaps, innovation direction, and long‑term capability development.
  • Regional and global visibility - act as the organisation's PVD authority and Center of Excellence, collaborating with senior leadership, R&D, and multiple international sites.
  • A platform to lead transformation - drive next‑generation PVD technologies from pilot trials to full industrialisation, influencing future product collections.
  • Leadership of a high‑performing engineering team - with strong investment in capability building, continuous improvement, and technical development.
  • Access to world‑class facilities - modern equipment, large‑scale production resources, and a highly skilled workforce.
  • Career progression potential - opportunities to move into broader manufacturing, engineering leadership, or regional roles within a global organisation.
  • Relocation support (where applicable) and a welcoming, multicultural work environment in Bangkok.
Contact
Sonia Fernandez
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6941356
Phone number
+66 2 012 5017

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Bangkok
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sonia Fernandez
Consultant phone
+66 2 012 5017
Job Reference
JN-022026-6941356

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.