Fireproofing Application Specialist

ppg; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Job summary

PPG Industries in Springdale, PA invites an experienced Fireproofing Application Specialist to test pre-production Passive Fire Protection coatings, oversee high-temp furnace trials, and coordinate global third-party certification. This hands-on role combines R&D insight with field execution and requires meticulous documentation and strong communication with institutes, production teams, and customers.

Expect 15–20% travel, on-site work with some remote Fridays, and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in application and testing of coatings.
• Proven expertise in spray/trowel systems, pumps, surface prep, and curing; comfort pushing performance to failure in high-temp ovens.
• Meticulous documentation for audit-ready fire-test records under tight deadlines.
• Strong customer-facing attitude and experience in technical discussions with clients, fire engineers, certifiers, and third-party partners.

Responsibilities

• Bridge R&D and Reality: receive first-batch PFP materials; design and execute exhaustive application trials to stress-test char expansion, adhesion, and fire resistance.
• Third-Party Fire Testing Leadership: coordinate with global institutes to align UL1709, EN13381, ISO834 fire-test protocols, deadlines, and deliverables; supply exhaustive documentation to secure certifications.
• Deadline-Driven Execution: own immovable fire-testing milestones; witness production runs and oversee in-house PFP spray-outs in high-temp furnaces; ensure detail capture for regulatory records.
• Hands-On PFP Application: perform daily PFP spray-outs and intumescent testing at PPG facilities or third-party sites wearing Tyvek PPE; operate pumps and high-temp test ovens for PFP validation.
• Bespoke R&D Support: fulfill custom PFP requests, including in-house furnace testing.
• Global Relationship Management: build strong customer-facing relationships through face-to-face interactions with fire-testing institutes, production teams, and stakeholders; conduct meetings to keep projects on track.
• Administrative Excellence: generate detailed PFP trial reports, CRM updates, data packages, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Coatings testing

PFP application

Spray/trowel systems

High-temp testing

Education

No degree required

Tools

Pumps

Plural-component spray equipment

Job description

Job Description

Fireproofing Application Specialist

PPG Industries

Location: Springdale, PA

Join PPG's elite Passive Fire Protection (PFP) Application Specialist team‑the critical bridge between R&D innovation and real‑world performance. As our "first customer," you will rigorously test pre‑production PFP coatings like PPG PITT‑CHAR® NX and STEELGUARD®, push them to their limits in high‑temp ovens, and deliver precise feedback to refine life‑saving formulations. You will then lead global third‑party certification, ensuring flawless execution of fire‑test protocols. This hands‑on, high‑impact role demands PFP mastery, meticulous documentation, a strong customer‑facing attitude, and proven interpersonal skills to build trusted relationships with R&D, production, third‑party institutes, and external stakeholders worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Bridge R&D and Reality: Receive first‑batch PFP materials ; design and execute exhaustive application trials (spray, trowel, curing) to stress‑test char expansion, adhesion, and fire resistance. Document failure points and collaborate with R&D for rapid adjustments.
• Third‑Party Fire Testing Leadership: Coordinate with global institutes (England, Saudi Arabia, Peru, etc.) to align UL1709, EN13381, ISO834 fire‑test protocols , deadlines, and deliverables. Supply exhaustive documentation‑never "too much information"‑to secure PFP certifications .
• Deadline‑Driven Execution: Own immovable fire‑testing milestones. Witness production runs, oversee in‑house PFP spray‑outs in high‑temp furnaces , and ensure every detail is captured for regulatory records.
• Hands‑On PFP Application (25% of role): Perform daily PFP spray‑outs and intumescent testing at PPG facilities or third‑party sites while wearing full Tyvek PPE. Operate pumps, plural‑component systems, and high‑temp test ovens for PFP validation.
• Bespoke R&D Support: Fulfill custom PFP requests , including in‑house furnace testing.
• Global Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong customer‑facing relationships through face‑to‑face interactions with fire‑testing institutes, production teams, and stakeholders. Conduct virtual and in‑person meetings to keep PFP projects on track.
• Administrative Excellence (80% when not traveling): Generate detailed PFP trial reports , CRM updates, fire‑test data packages, and compliance documentation.

Qualifications

• No degree required.
• Hands‑on experience in application and testing of coatings
• Proven expertise in spray/trowel systems, pumps, surface prep, and curing; comfort pushing performance to failure in high‑temp ovens.
• Meticulous attention to detail‑capable of producing exhaustive, audit‑ready fire‑test documentation under tight deadlines.
• Strong customer‑facing attitude and experience‑professional, proactive communicator who excels in face‑to‑face technical discussions with clients, fire engineers, certifiers, and third‑party partners.
• Experience coordinating with third‑party testing bodies
• Willingness to wear full Tyvek PPE and work with high‑temp ovens and hazardous materials.

Travel Expectations

• 15‑20% annual travel

Preferred Skills

• Hands‑on experience in application and fire‑testing of Passive Fire Protection (PFP) coatings
• Proven expertise in PFP spray/trowel systems, pumps, surface prep, and curing; comfort pushing char performance to failure in high‑temp ovens.
• Proven expertise in PFP spray/trowel systems, pumps, surface prep, and curing; comfort pushing char performance to failure in high‑temp ovens.
• Pump and plural‑component spray equipment expertise for thick‑film PFP.
• Certification in PFP application (NACE/SSPC, FROSIO, ICorr) or fire testing standards.
• Familiarity with furnace‑based PFP testing, hydrocarbon fire curves, or wind blade fire protection.
• Multilingual (Spanish/Portuguese a plus for South America).
• Salary Range: 80,000 - 120,000 annually; plus annual incentive bonus

#LI‑Onsite with Travel

• 401K
• Medical Dental Vision
• Family Leave
• Paid Time Off

How we work:

At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in‑person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.The PPG Way 2030We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data‑driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that cre