Lead Automotive Paint Process Engineer for New Model Launch

Hired; Marysville (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus incentives

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Honda Development & Manufacturing of America in Marysville, OH is seeking a Senior Paint Process Engineer to lead automotive paint operations for new model launches. You will coordinate feasibility studies, pilot trials, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and on-time delivery.

This role requires a mechanical/chemical/industrial engineering background, 2+ years in automotive paint or related manufacturing, and strong CAD/MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years of automotive new model development or industrial paint manufacturing experience.
• Solid understanding of automotive paint application, pretreatment, electrodeposition, and robotic systems.
• Proficiency in CAD viewing software, Microsoft Office, and project scheduling tools.
• US work authorization without employer sponsorship required.

Responsibilities

• Lead paint engineering activities for minor and full vehicle model changes across North American facilities.
• Review product designs and collaborate with R&D styling to ensure paint shop manufacturability.
• Coordinate paint trial runs, establish Specified Action Plans (SAP), and track project KPIs.
• Manage paint tooling, robot pathing adjustments, and equipment budgets to meet cost targets.
• Lead cross-functional launch meetings with production, plant leadership, and external material suppliers.

Skills

CAD viewing software

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

CAD viewing software

Microsoft Office

Project scheduling tools

Job description

Honda Development & Manufacturing of America in Marysville, OH is seeking a Senior Paint Process Engineer to lead automotive paint operations for new model launches. You will coordinate feasibility studies, pilot trials, and work with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and on-time delivery.

This role requires a mechanical/chemical/industrial engineering background, 2+ years in automotive paint or related manufacturing, and strong CAD/MS Office skills.