Coating Engineer

Quest Global; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Job summary

Quest Global is seeking a Thermal Spray Engineering Leader in Winston-Salem, NC. You will drive technical excellence in thermal spray/coating technologies for aerospace or gas turbine applications, lead cross-functional teams, and develop robust process specifications.

The role requires 7–10+ years of experience, a degree in Materials Science or related field, and a proven track record of leading engineers and technicians to achieve DOE-approved qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related engineering field.
• Typically 7–10+ years of experience in thermal spray/coating technology, preferably in aerospace or gas turbine manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineers, technicians, and operators.
• Understand coating requirements for turbine blades and vanes.
• Develop process specifications and qualification plans.
• Lead coating/process qualifications from DOE through final approval.
• Establish critical process parameters and operating windows.
• Perform root-cause analysis for coating failures.
• Support component and system-level qualifications.
• Transfer qualified processes into production.

Responsibilities

• Thermal spray parameter development and optimization.
• Coating thickness, porosity, adhesion/bond strength, microstructure, hardness and surface roughness.
• Coating repair and new-part coating processes.
• Lead coating qualifications from DOE through final approval.
• Establish critical process parameters and operating windows.

Skills

Thermal spray tech

Coating technology

Leadership

DOE analysis

Process development

Mechanical aptitude

Education

Bachelors in Materials Science/Engineering

Job description

Job Requirements

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

Job Requirements

Quest Global delivers world-class end-to-end engineering solutions by leveraging our deep industry knowledge and digital expertise. By bringing together technologies and industries, alongside the contributions of diverse individuals and their areas of expertise, we are able to solve problems better, faster. This multi-dimensional approach enables us to solve the most critical and large-scale challenges across the aerospace & defense, automotive, energy, hi-tech, healthcare, medical devices, rail and semiconductor industries.

We are looking for humble geniuses, who believe that engineering has the potential to make the impossible possible; innovators, who are not only inspired by technology and innovation, but also perpetually driven to design, develop, and test as a trusted partner for Fortune 500 customers. As a team of remarkably diverse engineers, we recognize that what we are really engineering is a brighter future for us all. If you want to contribute to meaningful work and be part of an organization that truly believes when you win, we all win, and when you fail, we all learn, then we’re eager to hear from you.

The achievers and courageous challenge-crushers we seek, have the following characteristics and skills:

What You Will Do

Thermal Spray Technical Expertise

Strong Working Knowledge Of

• APS, HVOF, VPS/LPPS and related thermal spray technologies.
• TBC, bond coat, MCrAlY, environmental and wear/erosion-resistant coatings.
• Surface preparation, grit blasting, masking, preheating, spraying, finishing and inspection.
• Coating thickness, porosity, adhesion/bond strength, microstructure, hardness and surface roughness.
• Thermal spray parameter development and optimization.
• Coating repair and new-part coating processes.

What You Will Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or related engineering field.
• Typically 7–10+ years of experience in thermal spray/coating technology, preferably in aerospace or gas turbine manufacturing. In case of Phd. in Material Science, 2 to 3 years of experience can be accepted.
• Demonstrated experience leading engineers, technicians, and operators.
• Understand coating requirements for turbine blades and vanes.
• Develop process specifications and qualification plans.
• Lead coating/process qualifications from DOE through final approval.
• Establish critical process parameters and operating windows.
• Perform root-cause analysis for coating failures.
• Support component and system-level qualifications.
• Transfer qualified processes into production.Understand engineering drawings, specifications and acceptance criteria.

Pay Range: $80,000 to $95,000

Compensation decisions are made based on factors including experience, skills, education, and other job-related factors, in accordance with our internal pay structure. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan.

Work Requirements

• Shop floor environment, which may include but not limited to extensive walking, and ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Benefits

Full-time (Regular)

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability