CORE Coatings Manufacturing Engineer (Onsite)

Prattwhitney; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Prattwhitney in East Hartford is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer specializing in coating processes. The role involves supporting the Core Manufacturing Engineering organization, collaborating on initiatives, and leading projects to implement new technologies.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with at least 10 years of experience, including 5 years in thermal spray coating. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication skills and proficiency in programming thermal spray systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of manufacturing engineering and shop operations experience.
• 5+ years technical expertise in thermal spray coating processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Coating ME Organization as a subject-matter expert.
• Drive initiatives and lead council meetings.
• Develop new coating technologies and lead capital projects.

Skills

Thermal spray coating expertise

Manufacturing engineering experience

Root cause analysis

Communication skills

Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Fanuc/ABB robots programming

Job description

Location: US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-J ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG J

Responsibilities

• Support Pratt & Whitney’s Core Manufacturing Engineering (ME) Organization as a subject‑matter expert for coating processes including Air Plasma Spray, HVOF, Wire Spray, Anti‑Gal, Sermatel, and other aerospace coating technologies.
• Collaborate with the Coating Fellow to drive initiatives of the PW Coating Process Council, including co‑leading council meetings and improving standard work.
• Develop and implement new coating technologies and lead related capital equipment projects.
• Partner with PW coating sites and suppliers to develop PFMEAs and process control plans that support Manufacturing Readiness Level (MRL) progression for high‑risk processes.
• Lead and support manufacturing engineering efforts focused on reducing scrap, rework, repairs, and coating‑related quality escapes.
• Independently coach internal and external coating sites to resolve escalations and identify manufacturing engineering solutions.
• Conduct root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and mistake‑proofing activities for coating‑related processes and tooling.
• Participate in assessments of technical, quality, manufacturing capability, and capacity, and communicate findings effectively to stakeholders and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of manufacturing engineering and shop operations experience, or an advanced degree in a related field with a minimum of 7 years of experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on technical expertise in thermal spray coating processes.
• Experience programming Fanuc/ABB robots and CNC systems used in thermal spray booths.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM and 3D modeling tools is a plus.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented approach with strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Energetic, flexible, ethical, creative, and collaborative working style.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.