Process Engineer

Position Overview Mural Group is partnering with a global manufacturing organization to hire a Process Engineer focused on coatings and adhesive applications within a high-volume production environment. This role is responsible for optimizing how materials are applied, cured, and validated to ensure consistent product quality and performance. You will play a key role in reducing defects, improving process capability, and supporting production through hands-on engineering and troubleshooting. What You'll Do Design and optimize coating and adhesive application processes including spray, dip, curing, and surface preparation Evaluate and test new coating materials, adhesives, and sealants for specific product applications Perform root cause analysis on coating defects, adhesion failures, and material-related issues Develop and maintain technical documentation including SOPs, work instructions, and quality standards Lead process trials, validate results, and manage testing budgets Partner with planning, design, and production teams to ensure manufacturability and efficient process flow Apply statistical methods to analyze performance and improve process capability Improve existing processes to reduce scrap, increase yield, and lower production cost Support minor tooling adjustments and collaborate with machine shop on fixtures and new tooling Review engineering drawings, specifications, and production data to resolve design and manufacturing issues Own quality outcomes for the process, including authority to stop production for nonconforming material Modify tooling and process parameters based on trial and production data to improve performance and durability Maintain compliance with engineering standards, safety requirements, and environmental regulations What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, or a related field 3+ years of experience in manufacturing with exposure to coatings, adhesives, or surface treatment processes Strong understanding of coating application methods and curing systems Experience with adhesion testing and surface characterization techniques Proven ability to troubleshoot process issues and drive root cause resolution Mechanical aptitude with hands-on approach to problem solving Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally Ability to operate in a fast-paced production environment and manage multiple priorities Preferred Background Experience in high-volume or automotive manufacturing environments Familiarity with statistical analysis and process capability tools Exposure to tooling, fixtures, and machine shop collaboration Experience working with regulated materials or environmental compliance standards