Paint Automation Engineer

Are you the kind of engineer who likes to see your code flying around on a robot arm instead of sitting in a laptop folder? We’re looking for Robotic Paint Engineers who can blend automation, programming, and paint process know-how to keep our production lines running smooth, safe, and efficient.

In this role, you’ll own and improve robotic paint applications from end to end; programming paths, dialing in film build and coverage, troubleshooting issues on the floor, and partnering closely with production, maintenance, and quality.

If you ever  turned a saggy, inconsistent paint job into a repeatable, robotic showpiece; or debugged a robot at 2 a.m. and felt secretly proud of it…we definitely want to talk to you.

What You’ll Do

• Program & Optimize Robots

  • Create, modify, and optimize paint programs and robot paths (e.g., ABB/FANUC or similar systems).

  • Adjust gun triggering, speeds, and distances for proper coverage, film build, and edge quality.

  • Support color change routines, purge sequences, and recipe management.

• Support Daily Production

  • Respond to production issues involving robots, paint application, or spray parameters.

  • Diagnose root causes (mechanical, electrical, software, or process) and implement corrective actions.

  • Monitor cycle times, transfer efficiency, and scrap/rework rates, and recommend improvements.

• Process & Quality Control

  • Develop and maintain standard work, setup sheets, and paint process parameters.

  • Work with Quality to meet appearance, adhesion, and thickness requirements.

  • Perform trials for new parts, new colors, and new materials and document results.

• Continuous Improvement & Safety

  • Identify and lead projects to improve uptime, reduce material usage, and stabilize processes.

  • Help implement 5S/6S, TPM/AM, and other operational excellence initiatives around the paint line.

  • Ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards related to paint and robotics.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Maintenance, Engineering, and Production Supervisors to plan downtime and upgrades.

  • Train operators and technicians on basic robot operation, alarm response, and best practices.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Robotics, Mechatronics, Controls, or related field
  (or equivalent hands-on experience in an automated paint/robotic environment).

• Experience with industrial robots (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa/Motoman, or similar).

• Hands-on experience with automotive/industrial paint or coatings processes strongly preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and process documentation.

• Strong troubleshooting skills—comfortable on the production floor, not just behind a desk.

• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, vision systems, or data collection systems is a plus.

• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, plant-floor-focused mindset.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives

• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)

• Opportunities to lead impactful automation and process-improvement projects

• A hands-on, fast-paced environment where your ideas can quickly turn into real results

• Professional growth in robotics, controls, and advanced manufacturing