Coating Process Engineering Specialist

PM-Mississauga; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations available on request

Competitive pay

Onsite role

Job summary

Johnson Electric in Mississauga, ON is seeking a Coating Process Engineering Specialist to develop, optimize, and sustain Atmospheric Plasma Spray processes for fuel cell and automotive products. The role focuses on process engineering, coatings, and data-driven manufacturing improvements on the production floor.

You will support quality, production, and maintenance teams, document parameters, and lead trials to boost coating performance and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in a relevant engineering discipline with a manufacturing focus.
• 1+ year of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with atmospheric plasma spray or coating processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and sustain Atmospheric Plasma Spray (APS) processes on the production line.
• Provide daily technical support to Production, Maintenance, and Quality for APS operations.
• Document and maintain process parameters and work instructions for APS and related operations.
• Plan and execute trials to improve coating performance, yield, and throughput.
• Analyze production data and recommend data-driven improvements.

Skills

Process engineering

Data analysis

Continuous improvement

Lean tools

Excel

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Materials Engineering/Mechanical/Chemical/Industrial or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Join Our Team as a Coating Process Engineering Specialist at Johnson Electric!Location: Mississauga, ON (onsite)Salary Range: $80K-85K annuallyVacancy Type: Existing PositionAs our next Coating Process Engineering Specialist, you’ll be at the forefront of developing, optimizing, and supporting Atmospheric Plasma Spray processes for fuel cell and automotive products. Your expertise in process engineering, advanced coatings, manufacturing optimization, and data analysis will be crucial in improving coating performance, product quality, production throughput, and operational efficiency.Why You’ll Love Working Here:Employee Well-being: Focus on employee health and well-being with various wellness programs and initiatives.Sustainability Commitment: Work for a company committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on the environment.Inclusive Workplace: An inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees are valued and respected.Technological Leadership: Be part of a company that is a leader in its field, driving technological advancements.Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and policies that support a healthy work-life balance.What You’ll Be Doing:Develop, optimize, and sustain processes related to the Atmospheric Plasma Spray lineProvide daily technical support to Production, Maintenance, and Quality for APS operations and related fuel cell processesEstablish, document, and maintain process parameters and work instructions for APS, deburring, grit blasting, and inspection operationsPlan, coordinate, and execute trials and experiments to improve coating performance, yield, throughput, and costAnalyze experimental and production data and provide data-driven recommendationsSupport Advanced Product Quality Planning activities for fuel cell and automotive productsParticipate in internal and external design and process reviews, providing technical input on manufacturability, coating design, and process capabilitySupport the manufacture, inspection, and approval of prototype and preproduction componentsLead and support root cause investigations and corrective and preventive actions for process and product issuesConduct capacity analyses and implement improvements focused on scrap reduction, cycle-time reduction, productivity, and waste eliminationDevelop test methods and inspection criteria for coating thickness, adhesion, surface condition, and other critical characteristicsEnsure appropriate gauges and measurement systems are selected and used effectivelyTrain operators, technicians, and other team members on APS processes, equipment operation, work instructions, and new proceduresSupport equipment troubleshooting and maintenance activities in collaboration with Maintenance and EngineeringProvide process engineering support to other powder metal automotive components and manufacturing processes as requiredEnsure compliance with Johnson Electric’s Quality Management System, EHS policies, IATF 16949, and ISO 14001 requirementsPerform other related duties as assignedWhat We’re Looking For:Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering disciplineAt least one year of relevant experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong hands-on aptitude and willingness to spend significant time on the production floor working with equipment and operatorsAbility to work with process equipment and interpret technical drawings and specificationsStrong understanding of fundamental engineering principles and their application to manufacturing problemsStrong data-analysis skills, including the ability to design experiments, interpret results, and make data-driven decisionsWorking knowledge of continuous improvement tools, including 5S, root cause analysis, PDCA, and basic Lean conceptsProficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPointStrong communication, collaboration, documentation, and problem-solving skillsBonus Points If You Have:Experience with thermal spray processes such as plasma spray or HVOFExperience with fuel cell components, advanced coatings, or powder metallurgyExperience in automotive or advanced manufacturing environmentsExposure to Six Sigma or similar process improvement methodologiesExperience using AutoCAD or other CAD softwareExperience supporting APQP, prototypes, preproduction builds, or new product launchesFamiliarity with manufacturing and quality software systemsHow to ApplyApply online at www.johnsonelectric.com. We can’t wait to meet you!What We OfferJohnson Electric offers talented people like you the opportunity to grow professionally and personally, surrounded by some of the most dedicated, innovative, and entrepreneurial colleagues you will find anywhere. Of course, we offer competitive pay and benefits, and far more than that, we offer you a culture driven by our values and designed to ensure that our most important asset, our people, can flourish.Johnson Electric welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Johnson Electric is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Applicants should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.Please note: Johnson Electric may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools as part of our process.Come join our global, inclusive & diverse teamOur purpose is to improve the quality of life of everyone we touch through our innovative motion systems. We are a truly global team bound together by our shared values. Our culture is built on the diversity, knowledge, skills, creativity, and talents that each employee brings to the company. Our people are our company’s most valuable asset. We are committed to providing an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where employees of different backgrounds feel valued and respected, regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity or religious background. We are committed to inspiring our employees to grow, act with ownership and find fulfilment and meaning in the work they do.