Process Engineer

Job Title:

Process Engineer - Paint Shop Technical Support

Job Description

This Process Engineer - Paint Shop Technical Support role focuses on maintaining and optimizing paint shop equipment and processes from the exit of the body shop through shipment to general assembly. You will act as a hands-on problem solver who supports production, enhances quality, and improves equipment efficiency in a fast-paced automotive environment. The role involves working with robotic and automated systems, conducting trials to resolve quality issues, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in safety, sustainability, cost, and performance.

You must be able to work any shift and overtime as needed to support production demands.

Responsibilities

+ Operate and maintain paint shop systems from the exit of the body shop through shipment of finished vehicles to general assembly.

+ Oversee, operate, and optimize robotic applications throughout the paint shop to support consistent, high-quality production.

+ Edit and adjust the programming of manufacturing technologies, including robots and related automated systems, to improve performance and resolve issues.

+ Analyze products, processes, and technologies to develop best methods for painting and assembling vehicles while protecting people, equipment, and the manufacturing process.

+ Troubleshoot paint shop processes and specialized equipment in partnership with production and maintenance personnel to minimize downtime and defects.

+ Identify, recommend, and validate improvements to existing processes with a focus on sustainability, quality, and cost reduction.

+ Conduct and support production aid tooling trials to enhance program and project management outcomes.

+ Support the lead engineer during commissioning of equipment upgrades, ensuring proper installation, integration, and performance.

+ Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to reduce energy consumption and waste within the paint shop.

+ Conduct trials and experiments, analyze results using appropriate methods, and implement solutions that enhance equipment efficiency and maintain high quality standards.

+ Provide technical support on controls, PLCs, and robotics to ensure stable and reliable operation of paint shop automation.

+ Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing principles in the paint shop environment.

+ Adapt to working any shift and overtime as required to support production and technical needs.

Essential Skills

+ Manufacturing engineering experience with a focus on process engineering, process improvement, and continuous improvement.

+ Experience in a manufacturing process environment, preferably automotive, supporting production and technical operations.

+ 3 years of experience working in an automotive manufacturing environment in a technical position, or a bachelor's degree in engineering or technology in Automation, Automotive, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, or Robotics from an accredited college or university.

+ Ability to work any shift as required by production schedules.

+ Ability to work overtime to support operational and technical needs.

+ Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing principles applied in a production environment.

+ Experience working in a paint shop, including exposure to automotive paint processes.

+ Controls experience in software and hardware programming, development, or execution related to manufacturing systems.

+ PLC experience supporting, programming, or troubleshooting automated equipment.

+ Robotics experience, including working with Fanuc robots or similar industrial robotic systems.

+ Ability to troubleshoot paint shop processes and specialized equipment in coordination with production and maintenance teams.

+ Strong analytical skills to evaluate product, process, and technology performance and develop effective solutions.

+ Knowledge of statistical methods as applied to experimental design and process development.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience developing tools, equipment, or processes such as production layouts to improve flow and…