Thermal Spray Manufacturing Engineer - Robotics & Coatings

Siemens Energy; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Thermal Spray to support robotic spray processes on gas turbine components in Charlotte, NC. You will program ABB/Fanuc robots, optimize APS/HVOF coating processes, and resolve shop-floor issues with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on execution, continuous improvement, and ensuring strict production quality and documentation standards across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in thermal spray manufacturing, coatings tech, or related advanced manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience programming and troubleshooting ABB or Fanuc robotic systems; RobotStudio experience preferred.
• Experience developing, optimizing, or supporting thermal spray/coatings processes (APS/HVOF preferred).
• Knowledge of metallurgical examination methods, coating evaluation, and manufacturing quality systems.

Responsibilities

• Program, modify, and troubleshoot ABB or Fanuc robotic systems using RobotStudio or similar software.
• Develop and optimize thermal spray coating processes (APS/HVOF) for combustion components.
• Provide hands-on technical support to operators and production teams on process, equipment, and quality issues.
• Lead continuous improvement and advanced manufacturing initiatives focusing on process capability, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Design, adapt, and procure tooling, fixtures, and equipment for thermal spray operations.
• Develop technical work instructions, conduct training, and ensure coating processes are well-documented and sustained.

Skills

Robotic programming

Troubleshooting robots

Coatings technology

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing Eng

Tools

RobotStudio

ABB robots

Fanuc robots

Job description

Siemens Energy is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer - Thermal Spray to support robotic spray processes on gas turbine components in Charlotte, NC. You will program ABB/Fanuc robots, optimize APS/HVOF coating processes, and resolve shop-floor issues with cross-functional teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on execution, continuous improvement, and ensuring strict production quality and documentation standards across manufacturing operations.