Project Paint Process Engineer

Mission: Project Paint Process Engineer to support the development of the painting processes for new projects within the Engineering Centre. This role combines technical expertise with project coordination, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient implementation across our plants. The position reports into Engineering Process Manager and it's based in our Tamworth/Measham Engineering Centre.

Main Activities: Applying OPmobility standards, internal procedures, following OPmobility POMS & OPTIMAP Deliverables Generation of the Paint Process Definition folder inc. Raw material, Finish, Transfer Coefficient, Investment, Design feasibility and masking. Perform paint design analysis for all new products – Follow the Design to paint methodology applying OPmobility paint golden rules/standards Agree with all the stakeholders the Paint Statement of Work Development of the Paint Jigs from Specification generation, design to final acceptance on site (including the prototype phase) Analysis the jig configuration to achieve quality and part density requirements (# parts per jig/mast) Ensure safety and ergonomic requirements are integrated into the painting process, adhering to the OPmobility Ergonomic Manual using ERGO check Follow the Paint Manufacturing Convergence Indicator Prepare & present the appearance approval report to the customer & attend colour harmony events Manage the paint validation plans in line with OPmobility and the customer requirements Manage technical relationships with paint suppliers (paint product validation through supplier trials) Support development phases in cooperation with Plant Paint Process teams Working with the robot programmers within the paint lines Lead paint technology topics in collaboration with other paint group members Ensure knowledge sharing by participating in paint networks Assist the Manufacturing Project Leaders in the paint validation planning within the Optimap deliverables Analyse new customer standards and conduct feasibility of the requested changes Support the industrialization phase to serial production readiness Scrap and RFT level – Analyse deviations, define corrective actions to achieve ERP targets Assist in the acquisition phase for paint process analysis Candidate Profile: Bachelor’s degree with experience in a technical field (Chemistry, Polymers, Process Engineering) Minimum 5 years of experience in paint processes or related fields within the automotive industry- Ideally as a Paint Process Engineer Experience in project management as a project member Ability to use Teamcenter for viewing Paint jig CAD models Strong understanding of industrial painting processes Experience with OEM requirements and quality standards Structured, autonomous, solution-oriented working style with good problem-solving skills Strong communication skills in cross-functional teams (core team, plant, laboratory, supplier, customer) Fluent in English What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible and hybrid working opportunities, where applicable Company pension scheme Health and wellbeing benefits Employee discount and savings programmes Holiday purchase options Recognition for long service Employee assistance and family support Learning and development opportunities Supportive and inclusive working environment