FCA · 1 month ago
Paint Application Engineer - Vehicle Process Engineering
Auburn Hills, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expFCA is seeking a Paint Process Engineer to design, test, and implement advanced robotic painting solutions for the automotive sector. The role involves supporting Stellantis North American Assembly Plants to enhance quality and throughput while participating in various production initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Robot program design, robot programming, and spray application engineering utilizing Process Standards to achieve required results
The Specialist will work with other members of the Process Engineering Group on projects involving the implementation of paint robot solutions at end-user facilities
Provide project support to verify and ensure that application equipment is performing as designed
Demonstrate the ability to record and interpret paint quality data such as film builds, defects, and color/quality
Provide technical expertise and assurance providing recommendations for application equipment improvements to enhance performance to reduce cost of the system at various Stellantis paint shops providing feedback and suggestions for improvements
Work with advanced process engineering support and solutions for difficult paint colors, applications issues and new paint technology like 4 wet
Optimize the integration of application equipment, including various applicators and fluid delivery equipment for projects (e.g. optimize color change, fluid presets, voltage settings and robotic pathing.)
Strong written and communication skills to provide progress updates as required for management
KPI Deliverable Requirements:
Appearance to product launch glide path and FAM targets
Paint film build thickness to product launch glide path and PSOP 1018
Filmbuild Overage reduction
Suggestions and Kaizens to PPE target
Launch timing deliverables executed to Product Grid SOP Milestones (Start of Production)
JPH line automation layout and execution to 4 Wet Process & Facility targets
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) or a related field experience may qualify
3+ year's experience in manufacturing
Experience with paint and powder application & equipment
Experience in launching paint automation systems at customer facilities
Process knowledge and experience in paint fluid delivery systems, AHU, Mixrooms operations, rotary atomizer (bells)
Must be organized and able to manage multiple tasks at once
Strong interpersonal abilities with emphasis on satisfying the customer using good oral and written communication skills
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to identify causes and offer other potential solutions
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage customer expectations with multiple tasks at one time
Proficient using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Preferred
Experience in paint robot programming with FANUC / Durr Robots
Experience with Paint PRO and 3D On-Site offline programming software
Experience with 4 Wet process and application
Benefits
Comprehensive Health & Well-being Coverage
Generous Paid Time Off
Competitive Retirement Savings Plans
Income Protection & Insurance Options
Company Vehicle Lease Program
Family Building Benefit
Support for Your Growth and Giving Back
Company
FCA
FCA is one of the largest technology integrators in the field of fiber optic systems for building optical teletransmission networks.
51-200 employees
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