Coatings Engineer I/II

actnano

• $75K — $110K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or related field required.
  • For Level I: 0-2 years of experience in relevant fields; strong base in wet chemistry or materials application.
  • For Level II: 2-5 years in the industry with proven process development experience.
  • Experience with design of experiments (DOE) required for Level II candidates.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct lab evaluations and design experiments independently.
  • Optimize dispense parameters including spray and film applications.
  • Analyze trial data and perform failure analysis effectively.
  • Draft technical reports and establish standard operating procedures.
  • Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to manage sample workflows.
  • Engage with customers to discuss product capabilities and gather feedback.
  • Travel domestically and internationally for factory implementations and meetings.

Benefits

  • Participation in customer calls and the opportunity to lead technical discussions.
  • Collaboration with both lab and field teams, enhancing cross-functional skills.
  • Opportunity for travel (15-20%) adds variety to work experiences.
  • Location in a transit-accessible area via Orange Line.
Full Job Description
ABOUT THIS ROLE

We are seeking a Coatings Engineer I/II in Malden, MA to own application development and dispense process optimization for customer applications across key global accounts. Serving as the in-house technical hub, this role will bridge lab evaluation and field execution to support our field-deployed engineering team.

A Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related discipline is required. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Level I: 0-2 years of relevant experience; strong foundational knowledge in wet chemistry, fluids, or materials application.

Level II: 2-5 years of hands-on industry experience; proven track record in process development, design of experiments (DOE), and technical support for manufacturing.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work independently in the lab to execute technical evaluations, design experiments, and optimize dispense parameters, including spray, needle, jetting, and film applications.
• Analyze trial data, perform failure analysis, and author technical reports and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Partner with sales and field technical teams to manage sample workflows, support line trials, and participate in customer calls.
• Communicate results internally and engage directly with customers regarding product capabilities.
• Establish and maintain positive relationships with key technical contacts and decision-makers at customer accounts.
• Participate in domestic and international travel (15-20%) for customer factory implementations and technical meetings.

This position is based in Malden, MA and is accessible via the Orange Line.

SALARY RANGE

$75,000-$110,000

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