Paint Process Engineer – Robotics & Automation
Location: Huntington, IN
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 (+ Based on Experience)
We are seeking a Paint Process Engineer with strong experience in industrial paint automation and robotics to support a growing manufacturing operation. This role will be responsible for optimizing automated paint processes, supporting new product launches, troubleshooting equipment issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within a high-volume production environment.
The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience programming, validating, and optimizing robotic paint systems while collaborating with engineering, maintenance, quality, suppliers, and production teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Program, validate, optimize, and troubleshoot robotic paint systems.
- Lead paint process development for new product launches from concept through production.
- Develop and improve robot motion paths, spray patterns, and application processes.
- Support equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and validation activities.
- Evaluate and select paint application equipment, including fluid delivery systems, nozzles, applicators, and spray technology.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, throughput, efficiency, and waste reduction.
- Work closely with maintenance and production teams to resolve process and equipment issues.
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to specify and implement new automation equipment.
- Analyze process data and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
- Support quality systems and ensure compliance with applicable manufacturing standards.
- Manage engineering projects related to paint operations, automation, and process improvements.
Qualifications
Required
- 5+ years of experience in paint process engineering, coatings, finishing, or automated paint systems.
- Hands-on experience with robotic paint application systems.
- Experience programming, validating, and optimizing industrial robots.
- Strong PLC knowledge, preferably Allen-Bradley / Rockwell Automation platforms.
- Experience with paint delivery systems, applicators, nozzles, spray equipment, or fluid handling systems.
- Experience supporting manufacturing process improvements and equipment troubleshooting.
- Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing standards such as IATF 16949, TS 16949, or ISO 14001.
Preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field (preferred, not required).
- Experience with Fanuc paint robots, including P-Series platforms.
- Experience with ABB, Kawasaki, Motoman, or KUKA paint automation systems.
- Experience in automotive, Tier 1 supplier, aerospace, consumer goods, trailer, RV, or industrial manufacturing environments.
- Experience supporting product launches and capital equipment projects.
What You'll Bring
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Passion for automation, robotics, and manufacturing process improvement.
- Ability to work hands-on in a production environment while also leading engineering initiatives.
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