Paint Process Engineer

We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.

Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!

At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.

So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role The Paint Process Engineer will serve as Norton’s in-house paint expert, providing technical leadership across paint development, supplier performance, new product design support, and quality improvement initiatives. This role requires deep technical expertise in paint technologies and strong cross-functional collaboration to ensure world-class paint finishes that meet both aesthetic and durability expectations.

Key Responsibilities Provide early-stage design feedback to Engineering teams to ensure paintability of new products

Lead development, testing, and approval of new colours and finishes

Support aesthetic standard creation, implementation, and deployment across the supply chain

Apply in-depth knowledge of liquid painting, powder coating, pre-treatment, electro-deposition, and paint application on ABS, aluminium, steel, and carbon fibre components

Troubleshoot paint application issues, including electrocoating and powder application defects

Provide hands-on expertise in paint repair for ABS, carbon fibre, and aluminium components

Prepare specifications for new equipment, fixtures, jigs, and tooling

Lead process and facility re-engineering projects to meet QCD (Quality, Cost, Delivery) targets

Drive paint-related cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement projects

Develop and maintain Norton’s paint supply chain, including UK-based procurement through SAPLead supplier development activities, improving capabilities and resolving paint quality issues

Set, implement, and police aesthetic paint standards across suppliers and internal operations

Implement TS16949 methodologies such as PFD, PFMEA, QCPC, FPDR, and TPDRRequired Qualifications & Experience Proven experience in paint processes - ideally from a paint plant, automotive environment, or as a Paint Supplier Development Engineer Technical or Engineering qualification, ideally in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering Strong background in manufacturing and working with supply bases

Commercial awareness, with the ability to assess the cost impact of paint techniques, standards, and bespoke finishes

Strong negotiation and supplier management skills

Preferred Experience Automotive industry background (Tier 2 paint suppliers desirable)

Experience with bespoke or custom paintwork solutions for customers

Experience setting and maintaining paint supply chains and aesthetic standards

Rewards of working for Norton:

We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:

Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience
33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge

Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.

Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to…