Paint Engineer
Job in
Georgetown, Scott County, Kentucky, 40324, USA
Listed on 2026-06-12
Listing for:
Actalent
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-12
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Process Engineer, Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering -
Manufacturing / Production
Materials Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
This role focuses on leading the planning, evaluation, and implementation of new paint materials, colors, and technologies for automotive Body Paint and Bumper Paint departments. You will manage area project schedules for new material trials, new model paint trials, cost reduction initiatives, and material performance improvements while supporting the development and transition of materials from lab concepts to full mass production.
Responsibilities
* Manage project schedules for new paint material trials, new model paint trials, cost reduction initiatives, and material performance improvements in the Paint Department.
* Lead planning, evaluations, and implementations for new colors and new materials in the Body Paint and Bumper Paint shops.
* Lead lab workability evaluations and on-line testing for new materials to ensure they meet production and quality requirements.
* Establish necessary process controls and parameters for new materials and technologies in a cross-functional environment.
* Lead materials-related problem-solving efforts across multiple divisions, ensuring timely resolution of issues impacting quality, cost, or delivery.
* Lead CPU (cost per unit) impact assessments for new materials and support cost reduction activities.
* Assess the environmental impact of new materials and technologies and incorporate findings into material selection and process decisions.
* Support paint application and production implementation activities for new paint materials and technologies.
* Support new model color launches, ensuring materials and processes are validated and ready for mass production.
* Manage the transition of materials from lab development to mass production, including coordination with production, quality, and engineering teams.
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, materials, process, and suppliers, to ensure successful launches and ongoing stability.
* Prepare and deliver clear reports and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint to communicate project status, trial results, and recommendations.
* Participate in production launch, scale-up, and change management activities related to paint materials and processes.
* Travel to other facilities, including locations in Mexico and Canada, to support trials, launches, and cross-site coordination as needed.
Essential Skills
* Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or equivalent related experience.
* Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and Microsoft PowerPoint for reporting and presentations.
* Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and collaborate across multiple functions.
* 3+ years of project management experience working across multiple functions, preferably in materials or manufacturing-related projects.
* 2+ years of experience in color and appearance evaluations.
* 1+ years of experience in paint design.
* Hands-on experience in a paint shop or automotive manufacturing environment.
* Strong understanding of paint application processes, especially topcoat.
* Experience with PLCs, troubleshooting, and programming in an industrial environment.
* Experience with robotics and robot programming for paint or related applications.
* Mechanical engineering or mechatronics background with practical application experience.
* Experience using 3D CAD tools such as AutoCAD, Catia, or Solid Works.
* Experience with mechanical design and controls engineering concepts.
* Familiarity with industrial robots such as Kawasaki and FANUC.
Additional
Skills & Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or Material Science.
* Experience in automotive manufacturing in paint production engineering.
* Experience in paint application evaluation for automotive or industrial applications.
* Experience in a paint laboratory performing workability evaluations.
* Automotive experience in any function such as production, materials, process, or supplier support.
* background in Chemical Engineering or Materials Engineering with exposure to production environments.
* Exposure to production launch, scale-up, or change…
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