Paint Development Engineer
Evera Recruitment Ltd
The Paint Development Engineer will:
- Lead the development, testing and approval of new colours, coatings and finishes.
- Apply IATF 16949 methodologies, including PFD, PFMEA, QCPC, FPDR and TPDR, to support robust process development and quality improvement.
- Set, implement and maintain aesthetic paint standards across internal and external manufacturing operations.
- Lead process and facility improvement activities to support Quality, Cost and Delivery (QCD) objectives.
- Provide technical expertise in painting, powder coating, electro-deposition and paint application processes.
- Support paint application activities across a range of substrates including ABS, aluminium, steel and carbon fibre.
- Work closely with suppliers to improve processes, quality performance and manufacturing capability.
The Paint Development Engineer will have:
- Proven experience within paint development, paint manufacturing, paint process engineering or supplier development environments.
- Strong knowledge of painting, powder coating, electro-deposition and paint application techniques.
- Experience working with materials including ABS, aluminium, steel and carbon fibre.
- Strong understanding of IATF 16949 methodologies, including PFD, PFMEA, QCPC, FPDR and TPDR.
- A strong manufacturing background, with experience working closely with suppliers and supply bases.
- A technical or engineering qualification, ideally in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication and supplier development skills.
This is an excellent opportunity to shape paint technology, manufacturing standards and supplier performance within a growing engineering environment. If you're passionate about paint development and delivering exceptional aesthetic quality, please apply online using an updated CV and we will be in touch!
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