Finishing Engineer (coating, plating, texturing)

Job Summary:
We are seeking a Finishing Engineer to lead and support finishing development projects with suppliers. This role encompasses the development of new finishes, expansion of current offerings, and resolution of finishing-related issues. You will play a key role in driving innovation and ensuring quality throughout the finishing lifecycle, from concept through to approval and implementation.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage finish development projects from initial concept through to final approval, ensuring timely and complete delivery of all milestones.
• Provide engineering and technical support for both internal and external finishing projects.
• Assist quality and product development teams in problem-solving and failure analysis using tools such as root cause analysis and corrective action planning.
• Collaborate with project teams to design cost-effective and robust manufacturing finishing processes in parallel with product development.
• Work cross-functionally with teams including Marketing, Sales, QA, Manufacturing, Design, and Procurement to ensure that new finishes meet market and customer requirements.
• Resolve complex finishing challenges by working closely with vendors, maintaining strong and productive relationships.
• Conduct audits, evaluations, and assessments of new and existing vendors; deliver comprehensive reports and recommendations.
• Support continuous improvement efforts in finishing processes, tools, and team capabilities.
• Coordinate and communicate project timelines, trial results, and qualification activities with suppliers.
• Provide training for vendors on finish evaluation criteria, color/cosmetic standards, and performance testing requirements.
• Prepare and present technical data and project status updates to relevant stakeholders.