Engineer

Pacer Group; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 104,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Pacer Group in Kentucky seeks a Paint Materials Engineer to support new material development, color paint trials, and production initiatives. The role collaborates with production engineering teams, NAMCs, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a BS in engineering, 3+ years of engineering experience, and strong data-analysis skills with Excel and PowerPoint, plus readiness to travel up to 30%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent required.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects.
• Experience analyzing data to identify root causes and implement countermeasures.
• Experience creating and presenting reports to management.
• 1+ year evaluating color and appearance of painted surfaces.
• Willingness to travel up to 30% (US/Canada/Mexico; occasional Japan).
• Steel-toed shoes required; PPE provided.

Responsibilities

• Lead new color and material introductions from lab workability through online testing and production approval.
• Plan trials, conduct quality evaluations, and provide recommendations for paint and resin shops.
• Establish process controls and parameters for new materials and technologies.
• Lead material-related problem solving using TBP methods, including root-cause analysis and countermeasures.
• Evaluate CPU and environmental impacts of new materials and quantify cost/benefits.
• Support Paint Production Engineering Hoshin objectives.
• Coordinate projects with internal departments, vendors, suppliers, and external groups.
• Create and present technical reports and recommendations to multiple levels of management.

Skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Data analysis

Cross-functional lead

Root-cause analysis

Management reporting

Color/appearance testing

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Duration: : 12 Months with the possibility of extension

Domain: Automotive

Pay Rate: $50–$60/hr W2

Application Deadline: Last date for receipt of applications Oct 10, 2026

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills for data analysis, charts, and presentations.
• Experience leading multiple cross-functional projects.
• Proven experience analyzing data to identify root causes and implement countermeasures.
• Experience creating and presenting reports to management.
• 1+ year evaluating color and appearance of painted surfaces.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and shutdown periods.
• Ability to travel up to 30%, including U.S., Canada, and Mexico; occasional Japan travel.
• Steel-toed shoes above the ankle are required.
• They provides hard hat, cap, gloves, ear plugs, and safety glasses.

Job Description:

Seeking a Paint Materials Engineer to support new material development, new model color paint trials, current production initiatives, material cost reduction, and improved paint/material performance. The role will work closely with production engineering teams, NAMCs, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Lead new color and material introductions from lab workability through online testing and production approval.
• Plan trials, conduct quality evaluations, and provide recommendations for paint and resin shops.
• Establish process controls and parameters for new materials and technologies.
• Lead material-related problem solving using TBP methods, including root-cause analysis and countermeasures.
• Evaluate CPU and environmental impacts of new materials and quantify cost/benefits.
• Support Paint Production Engineering Hoshin objectives.
• Coordinate projects with internal departments, vendors, suppliers, and external groups.
• Create and present technical reports and recommendations to multiple levels of management.

Nice to Have

• B.S. or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Chemistry, or Materials Science.
• TBP completed through panel.
• SME/internal auditor experience for North American QR/QS/QH processes.
• 1+ year paint lab/workability evaluation experience.
• Basic Japanese or Spanish language skills.

BENEFITS

Medical | Dental | Vision | 401(k)

EEOC Compliance:

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

DISCLAIMER

AI Usage Policy: Pacer Group uses AI to assist in screening applications. Final hiring decisions are made by human recruiters based on qualifications and experience.