PAINT PROCESS ENGINEER

Ready to take on meaningful challenges and shape the next generation of mobility?

Joining OPmobility means stepping into a global group with a purpose to keep people and goods moving safely, smarter, and sustainably everywhere.

Paint Process Engineer

Location: Anderson, SC (Onsite)

Employment Type: Long-Term At-Will

• •Participate in cross-functional project ("Quad") meetings and promote the application of Design-for-Paint methodologies.
• •Utilize and follow established development standards, including Opticolor and Paint-In processes.
• •Support project launches by defining Paint Zoning commitments and providing technical paint process expertise early in the development phase.
• •Manage technical relationships with paint suppliers, including paint validation activities, Paint-In trials, material testing, and initial production samples.
• •Contribute to purchasing and supplier development activities related to paint processes and materials.
• •Support the Manufacturing Process Manager (MPM) in paint validation and industrialization activities.
• •Lead the development and validation of paint fixtures, jigs, and masking solutions from CAD design through prototype and final production approval.
• •Validate paint systems, process parameters, and customer specifications, including appearance and mechanical performance requirements.
• •Coordinate the design and implementation of specialized tooling and process equipment required for paint operations.
• •Plan, organize, and support the production of prototype builds, initial samples, and customer validation parts.
• •Ensure all paint processes comply with customer, quality, environmental, and safety requirements.

• •Lead and support paint process improvement projects focused on quality, productivity, cost reduction, and operational efficiency.
• •Analyze process performance data and identify opportunities for optimization.
• •Develop, validate, and implement process improvements while ensuring product compliance and process robustness.
• •Standardize and document best practices, lessons learned, and validated improvements.
• •Support manufacturing teams in troubleshooting paint-related issues and implementing corrective actions.
• •Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and problem-solving methodologies.

• +Strong understanding of automotive paint technologies, coatings, and finishing processes.
• +Experience with fixture/jig design, prototype builds, and process validation.
• +Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• +Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities.
• +Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and supplier teams.
• +Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• +Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced automotive environment.

At OPmobility, people truly matter. We are committed to building inclusive teams, promoting diversity and equality, and ensuring that every application is considered fairly - because the future of mobility is built by diverse perspectives, bold ideas, and people who dare to move forward.

Innovation is therefore not a buzzword, but a natural part of everyday work. You’ll grow in an international environment where cutting-edge technologies, industrial excellence, and real-world impact come together to tackle the challenges of tomorrow’s automotive industry.

Founded in 1946 by Pierre Burelle, OPmobility, known until 2024 as Plastic Omnium, has transformed itself into a player in sustainable and connected mobility. Today, OPmobility develops technological solutions across four areas of expertise: exterior and lighting systems, the integration of complex modules, technologies related to energy storage, hydrogen and electrification, and a division dedicated to the development of embedded software and digital solutions.

With €11.5 billion in revenue in 2025, 152 factories, 40 R&D centers, and nearly 38,100 employees across 28 countries, OPmobility combines global scale with local impact. All driven by a shared ambition to accelerate the automotive energy transition.