Automotive Paint Process Engineer — Drive Color & Quality

Magna International; Newaygo (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna International in Michigan is seeking a Paint Engineer to ensure smooth launch and ongoing performance of painted products. You will coordinate continuous improvement, monitor VOC levels, and provide direction to laboratory personnel.

This role requires bachelor's in engineering with experience in paint systems, strong project management and communication skills. You will work with internal and external contacts, develop material bills, and plan capital expenditures for paint equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field with paint experience (minimum 1 year); or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and ability to lead projects independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to interact with internal and external contacts.
• Experience with paint systems, color matching, and paint fixtures is preferred.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth launch and ongoing performance of painted products.
• Coordinate continuous improvement efforts and troubleshoot paint issues.
• Monitor VOC levels and environmental compliance.
• Provide supervision and training to laboratory personnel and paint technicians.
• Develop bills of materials, routings, and process documents for paint projects.

Skills

Paint engineering

Project management

Manufacturing processes

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microscopes

Measuring tools

Spray guns

Color measurement equipment

Job description

Magna International in Michigan is seeking a Paint Engineer to ensure smooth launch and ongoing performance of painted products. You will coordinate continuous improvement, monitor VOC levels, and provide direction to laboratory personnel.

This role requires bachelor's in engineering with experience in paint systems, strong project management and communication skills. You will work with internal and external contacts, develop material bills, and plan capital expenditures for paint equipment.