OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer

Experis; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Experis is seeking an OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer in Auburn Hills, MI, onsite with a leading automotive organization. You will support vehicle manufacturing and development initiatives through deep materials science expertise and proactive innovation.

Key responsibilities include developing automotive coating technologies, collaborating with engineering, product development, and quality teams, validating materials and processes, and contributing to model launches and material

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in coatings chemistry and automotive coatings process engineering.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers to develop new coating technologies and colors.
• Ability to create or modify material standard specifications.
• Strong problem-solving skills to analyze root causes of non-conformances.
• Excellent communication to work across multiple teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop automotive trim coatings and decorative finish technologies for vehicle applications.
• Collaborate with engineering, product development, and quality teams to meet performance standards.
• Validate and optimize coating materials and processes used in OEM manufacturing.
• Create and modify material specifications, participate in new model launches, and support engineering changes.
• Initiate sustainable initiatives and develop innovative material solutions.

Skills

Coatings chemistry

Automotive coatings

Materials engineering

Supplier collaboration

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional communication

Job description

Our client, a leading organization in the automotive industry, is seeking a OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer to join their team. As a OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer, you will be part of the Engineering Department supporting vehicle manufacturing and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong materials science expertise, excellent collaboration skills, and a proactive approach to innovation, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title

OEM Automotive Coatings Materials Engineer

Location

Auburn Hills, Michigan (Onsite)

What's the Job

• Develop automotive trim coatings and decorative finish technologies for vehicle applications.
• Collaborate with engineering, product development, and quality teams to ensure coating materials meet performance and durability standards.
• Validate and optimize coating materials and processes used in OEM automotive manufacturing environments.
• Create and modify material specifications, participate in new model launches, and support engineering changes requiring material validation.
• Initiate sustainable initiatives and develop innovative material solutions to enhance product offerings.

What's Needed

• Deep expertise in coatings chemistry and automotive coatings process engineering.
• Experience working closely with suppliers to develop new coating technologies and colors.
• Ability to create or modify material standard specifications effectively.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze root causes of non-conformances.
• Excellent communication skills to work collaboratively across multiple teams and stakeholders.

What's in it for me

• Opportunity to work on innovative automotive coating technologies.
• Engagement in meaningful projects supporting vehicle design and manufacturing.
• Collaborative work environment fostering professional growth.
• Immediate start with potential for contract-to-hire conversion.
• Onsite work in a dynamic automotive hub in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

Upon Completion Of Waiting Period Consultants Are Eligible For

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought‑after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.