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Paint and Coating Engineer

Superior, MI · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Paint and Coating Engineer Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an engineer to join the Total Vehicle Development Team of the Material Development Department to support vehicle ...

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... paint removal and abrasive blasting. • Measure and document ambient conditions, surface ... Engineers, contractors, agency representatives, coating manufacturers, laboratories, and other ...

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Paint Coating Engineers require a solid background in chemical engineering or materials science, with knowledge of paint formulations and surface preparation techniques. Familiarity with industry-specific tools like spectrophotometers, coating thickness gauges, and certifications such as NACE or SSPC are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help professionals excel in optimizing coating processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These competencies are critical for ensuring product quality, longevity, and compliance with industry standards in various manufacturing and construction environments.

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Paint and Coating Engineer

Ypsilanti, MI

Hyundai Motor Company
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Validate exterior body paint systems through collaboration with laboratory teams, suppliers, and manufacturing teams.

  • Perform paint-related vehicle quality evaluations and conduct quality audits of current production paints.

  • Analyze paint defects, determine root causes, and propose countermeasures to prevent recurrence.

Job description

Paint and Coating Engineer

Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. (HATCI) is seeking an engineer to join the Total Vehicle Development Team of the Material Development Department to support vehicle body exterior paint development efforts for North and South American production vehicles through collaborative work with suppliers and engineering design, manufacturing, and plant purchasing teams 

What You Will Do:
  • Validate 2K, 1K, and epoxy waterborne exterior body paint systems (e.g., primer, e-coat, basecoat, clear coat, etc.) for North and South American production sites, through collaboration with coatings laboratory team, paint suppliers, plant purchasing and manufacturing teams, and the Hyundai R&D center in South Korea
  • Perform paint-related development vehicle quality teardowns and evaluations on site at HMG production facilities, as well as quality audits of current production paints
  • Consult with plant manufacturing locations and associated suppliers to support North and South American manufacturing locations in resolving quality-related issues (e.g., paint, e-coat, etc.)
  • Analyze paint defects and damage, determine root causes, and propose countermeasures to prevent recurrence for in-plant and in-field vehicles
  • Support the development of new testing and material specifications, as well as testing methodologies related to exterior body coatings
  • Investigate new-body paint technologies (e.g., chemistries, application technology, benchmarking, etc.)
    • May include patent idea submissions, R&D projects, and co-work with Hyundai Motor Group suppliers and the Hyundai R&D center in South Korea
  • Travel up to 15% of the time, both domestically and internationally
What You Will Bring to the Role:
  • Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, materials science and engineering, polymers and coatings technology, polymer science/engineering, or a related field
  • Professional experience in paint engineering, coatings, or materials
  • Industry experience performing paint formulation, development, and testing responsibilities  
  • Ability to explain technical topics to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Excellent time management, self-management, and organization skills
  • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills
  • Project management experience
  • Valid Driver's License and a satisfactory driving record
What Hyundai Can Offer You:
  • Zero-dollar Employee Premiums on Medical, Dental, and Vision for You and Your Family
  • 100% Employer-paid Disability and Life Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off, Including Vacation, Sick, and Abundant Holidays
  • Competitive Salaries
  • A Global Environment that Fosters Diversity
  • Retirement Savings and Planning Benefits
  • Access to Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts 
  • Flexible Work Hours
Other Details:
  • Candidates applying for positions with Hyundai KIA must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.
    • HATCI is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled and Veteran. VEVRAA Federal contractor.

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