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Apple

Manufacturing Quality Engineer - Color

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$163K - $246K/yr

Description Our team of Manufacturing Quality Engineers for Color defines product color appearance specifications and manufacturing quality control methods. In this highly visible and highly hands-on ...

Apple

Color Resin Engineer - Materials PD

Cupertino, CA · On-site

As a Color Resin Engineer, you will drive the development of new color resin materials and processes to meet strict structural and aesthetic requirements, setting material specifications, and working ...

Apple Inc.

$150K - $277K/yr

As a Color Resin Engineer, you will drive the development of new color resin materials and processes to meet strict structural and aesthetic requirements, setting material specifications, and working ...

Apple

Color Resin Engineer - Materials PD

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $277K/yr

As a Color Resin Engineer, you will drive the development of new color resin materials and processes to meet strict structural and aesthetic requirements, setting material specifications, and working ...

Penn Color

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Hatfield, PA · On-site

$78K - $104K/yr

Position SummaryPenn Color is seeking a highly skilled and driven Continuous Improvement Engineer to lead Lean Six Sigma and operational excellence initiatives across our global manufacturing ...

Eoptic, Inc.

... Color Scientist to join our Industrial Metrology division, where we develop novel appearance ... You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists to push the ...

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How much do color engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for color engineer in the United States is $106,386.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,000.00 and $132,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a color engineer do?

A Color Engineer specializes in developing, analyzing, and managing color applications in industries like manufacturing, textiles, printing, and digital displays. They ensure color accuracy and consistency across various materials and production processes using scientific principles, color theory, and specialized software. Their work often involves calibrating equipment, formulating colors, and solving color-related issues.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a color engineer?

To thrive as a Color Engineer, you need a strong background in color science, chemistry, and applied physics, often supported by a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Proficiency with color management systems, spectrophotometers, color measurement tools, and industry standards such as ISO color protocols is essential. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective collaboration skills set top performers apart. These competencies ensure accurate color reproduction, quality control, and effective teamwork in industries such as printing, manufacturing, and product design.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a color engineer?

As a Color Engineer, your daily responsibilities commonly include developing and managing color formulations, conducting color matching and correction, and ensuring consistency across production batches. You'll frequently use specialized instruments to measure color, work closely with product designers and production teams, and troubleshoot any color-related discrepancies. Collaboration with quality assurance and R&D is typical to refine processes and meet client standards. This role requires balancing technical precision with creative problem-solving to deliver visually consistent products and maintain brand integrity.

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Infographic showing various Color Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $106,386 per year, or $51.1 per hour.

CMF Color & Textile Engineer

Muscatine, IA • On-site

HNI Workplace Furnishings
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Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!

What We Need:

We are looking for a CMF & Textile Engineer to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings team. 

This role will help implement new and continuously improve existing textiles and finishes and better manage discontinuations and transitions.   These initiatives will allow HNI to accelerate the 3-year product strategy, improve time-to-market on new product initiatives, improve HNI profitability, and enhance the HNI customer experience. 

What You Will Do:

  • Execute color matching, part harmony, and PPAP approvals for all colorized materials 
  • Execute all textile testing and identify technical textile requirements 
  • Partner with Operations on characteristic classifications of HNI products 
  • Drive Product Lifecycle Management processes 
  • Integrate assigned process initiatives to ensure flawless execution. 
  • Analyze data, identify opportunities and develop business case to support conclusion 
  • Participate in activities as appropriate to ensure the success of the organization

What You Have:

  • Bachelor’s degree required: preferably in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
  • At least one year of related experience required. 

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