Core Technical Engineer - Coatings & Decorative Finish Materials Engineer
About the role
Responsible for the development of Automotive trim coatings and decorative finish technologies for Company vehicle applications. The OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer blends deep materials science expertise with a focus on coating chemistry and automotive coatings process engineering. This role is responsible for developing, validating, and optimizing coating materials and associated processes used within OEM automotive manufacturing environments. The selected individual will work closely with Engineering, Product Development, CMF, Quality, and Problem Solving teams to ensure that all coating materials meet stringent performance, appearance, and durability requirements. The role also supports continuous improvement activities throughout all phases of a vehicle program—up to and through launch.
Responsibilities
- Develop and validate coating materials and processes for OEM automotive manufacturing.
- Specialize in functional coatings to meet global design and performance objectives; create specifications with design and performance targets, application recommendations, and root cause analysis of non-conformances.
- Collaborate with paint/coating suppliers and decorative finishes suppliers to develop new technologies and colors within approved coating technologies.
- Create or modify commodity/material standard specifications.
- Participate in new model launches, color development, and engineering changes requiring material validation.
- Provide technical direction for coatings and decorative finishes.
- Initiate sustainable initiatives and innovative material developments.