Lead Repair Development Engineer, Coatings

About this role

Job Description Summary The Coatings Engineer is responsible for the selection, development, application, testing, and performance evaluation of protective and functional coating systems for products or components. This role supports product quality, durability, material analysis, regulatory compliance, and process improvement across R&D and manufacturing environments. Job Description Roles and Responsibilities Develop, evaluate, and optimize coating systems for performance, durability, and cost-effectiveness using HVOF, thermal spray and similar technologies Investigate coating failures, including adhesion issues, corrosion, blistering, cracking, peeling, and environmental degradation Work closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and global engineering teams to implement coating processes and resolve production issues Provide technical support for internal teams, customers, and vendors regarding coating application and performance Prepare technical reports, test plans, qualification documents, and engineering recommendations Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to coating quality, application efficiency, and lifecycle performance Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate them in the market Uses some judgment and has some ability to propose different solutions outside of set parameters to address more complicated manufacturing processes with technical variety and/or interdependent production cycles

Uses technical experience and analytical thinking. Uses multiple internal and limited external sources outside of own teams to arrive at decisions. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience

May lead small projects with low risks and resource requirements. Explains information; developing skills to bring team members to consensus around topics within field. Conveys performance expectations and may handle sensitive issues

Required Qualification

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