Coatings Engineer

Martinrea; Vaughan; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Retirement savings plan

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Safety footwear reimbursement

Vehicle discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Martinrea International Inc. is seeking a Chemical Engineer to manage and improve the e-coating and powder coating processes. You will conduct research and testing to develop new coatings while overseeing lab activity and process qualification to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires a degree in Chemical Engineering, 2–4 years of relevant experience, strong English communication, and advanced office software skills. A dynamic, safety‑driven team environment is offered.

Qualifications

• University degree in Chemical Engineering and 2-4 years of experience in e-coat/powder coat facilities.
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook) knowledge.
• Knowledge in CAD: 3D Models, Drawings and GD&Ts an asset.
• Knowledge and experience of e-coat and powder coat process is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, assess and implement continuous improvement projects for coating processes.
• Design, develop, and test new coatings systems and chemical titrations.
• Conduct research to develop or improve coatings processes.
• Oversee all testing for the e-coat and powder coat line.
• Supervise e-coat lab technicians.
• Establish quality control programs and procedures to ensure standards.
• Assist in paint line qualification and ensure compliance with regulatory codes.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Job description

Martinrea International Inc. is a diversified and global automotive supplier, a diversified and global automotive supplier engaged in developing and manufacturing highly engineered, value-added Lightweight Structures and Propulsion Systems. We employ approximately 16,000 skilled and currently operate in 57 locations in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Brazil, Germany, Slovakia, Spain, China, South Africa, and Japan. Martinrea's vision is making lives better by being the best supplier we can be in the products we make and the services we provide.

Our Mission is to make people's lives better by:

• Delivering outstanding quality products and services to our customers.
• Providing meaningful opportunity, job satisfaction, and job security for our people.
• Providing superior long-term investment returns to our stakeholders.
• Being positive contributors to our communities.

Martinrea's success is globally shown through its core sustainable culture. Focused on entrepreneurship, lean manufacturing principles, and the Golden Rule philosophy, Martinrea believes in dignity and respect for its people, communities, customers, and investors. Our strength is in our people, embracing a diverse culture, giving employees opportunities to help grow our footprint and expand product offerings and areas of expertise with discipline, dedication and determination

We invite you to follow your dreams and explore a challenging and rewarding career at Martinrea.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for managing and improving the e-coating and powder coating process and conducting research and tests to develop new coatings.

Required Education & Experience

• University degree in Chemical Engineering and 2 - 4 years of experience working in e-coat/powder coat facilities
• Excellent English communication skills (oral and written)
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook) knowledge
• Knowledge in CAD: 3D Models, Drawings and GD&Ts an asset
• Knowledge and experience of e-coat and powder coat process is required

Essential Functions

• Consistently develop, assess and implement continuous improvement projects in relation to current or future project planning.
• Design, develop, and test new coatings systems and chemical titrations
• Conduct research into the development or improvement of coatings process
• Oversee all testing in relation to the e-coat and powder coat line
• Supervise e-coat lab technicians
• Establish and conduct quality control programs, operating procedures and control strategies to ensure consistency and adherence to standards for raw materials, products and waste products or emissions
• Assist in paint line qualification
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards and legislation including Environmental Legislation, O. Reg 851 for Industrial Establishments, and the Occupational Health and Safety Act (with emphasis on Section 28)
• Abide by all Company policies including, but not limited to Health & Safety, Quality & Environmental Systems, HR policies and Martinrea Employee Handbook
• Must work in accordance with H&S regulations, Company and plant rules, policies and procedures
• This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice
• Must use or wear PPE and certain clothing as required by the Company

Work Environment

• 20% Lab environment, 80% Plant floor (PPE required)
• Constant communication with employees, peers and management
• Overtime as required

Health, Safety and Environment:

• Must work in accordance with health and safety regulations, company rules, plant rules, policies and procedures
• Must use or wear equipment, protective devices or certain clothing as required by the company.
• All employees are prohibited from walking under a suspended hoist, cranes or forklifts.
• All employees must follow all LOTO procedures
• Comply with all environmental requirements including our recycling program.

Benefits:

• Working in a great inclusive team environment
• Medical, Dental and Extended Health Care insurance coverage
• Group Retirement Savings Plan
• Life insurance coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance coverage
• Safety shoes and prescription safety glasses reimbursement
• Supplier vehicle discounts
• Tuition reimbursement and career advancement opportunities

Artificial intelligence may be used during the recruitment process to screen, assess, or select applicants.