Paint Project Engineer

With a focus on Mobility, Operational Excellence, Value to our Customers and the Electrification of vehicles, you can expect to be part of something exciting. From the sleek design of our vehicles to the unique opportunities we offer around the globe, Nissan exemplifies ingenuity in everything we do. Our people are what drive the business forward.

We are currently looking for a Materials Project Engineer motivated in application development of paint and anti-corrosion materials to vehicles to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI.

Job Summary

This role will be responsible for developing various coatings and polymeric materials, including but not limited to automotive finishing topcoat (BODY color), decorative coatings for interior and exterior trims, as well as anti-corrosion treatments, adhesives, sealants, and other materials used in automotive paint shops. In addition, will be responsible for generating, developing and implementing novel ideas that contribute to vehicle quality improvement, cost reduction and sustainability. Therefore, the role will require cross-functional coordination with Suppliers, Manufacturing Plants, Design Engineers and Purchasing to achieve company KPI's (Quality, Cost, Schedule). Flexible working at home and office as project permits can be offered.

Job functions include but are not limited to:

• Paint Finishing material and color qualification activities using company engineering standards

• Establish test plan, perform or direct testing using in-house or out-source resources, write technical reports to communicate the progress or evaluation judgment

• Coordinate material and design changes with related function, arrangement of drawing/specification release and development test report for final validation and approval by management per project milestone

• Identify and define problems, collect data and draw valid conclusions

• Value Optimization (cost reduction) activity management

• Research US local material technologies and create new product specification

• Work independently within a fixed schedule; domestic and international travel as required

• Global collaborations with Nissan Japan and other regional engineering counterpart.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical, or Materials Engineering, or related field; 5 years of experience in related field, or combination of advanced degree and experience required

• Experience with all aspects of organic coatings or polymeric materials, including but not limited to testing methods and equipment, production processes, polymer chemistry and formulations, applications, etc.

• Experience with design release, PPAP and drawing creation desirable

• Direct experience with problem analysis and root cause investigation, such as FTA, and product development and failure prevention, such as FMEA, desired

• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills required; Experience working in a multicultural environment desired

• Ability to travel and work overtime may be required

Physical Requirements

Travel:

Between 5% and 25% day and overnight travel.

Welcome to an open lane of possibility. Drive your career forward and join the company leading the technology and business evolution of the automotive industry by applying today.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen for roles based in the United States and background screening for all positions.

All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture, and sell high-performance vehicles. It is Nissan's policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility. Visa sponsorship for this position is not available at this time.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team. When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable. Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard. We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees - with shared characteristics or interests - build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

Farmington Hills Michigan United States of America