As a Mechanical Design Engineer , you will develop detailed coating equipment designs. This position will develop new coating machinery layouts, provide system calculations for utility and throughput function, create equipment specifications, as well as provide additional project support through the development phases. This is a remote role with up to 25% travel. Key Responsibilities Develop machine concepts for new equipment opportunities using ACAD and/or Solidworks, using principles of equipment design, engineering, and manufacturing Complete capacity studies using part data inputs to determine equipment size and throughput Calculate and determine utility requirements for new and existing equipment Develop complex equipment specifications to source various sub-components of the coating system (process tanks / washers / conveyor / process piping / cure oven / various support equipment) Complete Equipment Design Overview's (EDO) for customer proposals to provide detailed information about the equipment offering Design machine components, subsystems, and master assemblies in a model-centric environment for both internal and external capital equipment projects, using principles of equipment design, engineering, and manufacturing Evaluate and select critical design components such as pumps, mixers, oven burners, exhaust fans, monorail chain conveyors, and conveyor drives Ensure that machine designs meet required process sequence, engineering standards, applicable codes, customer specifications, and budgets Collaborate with internal fabrication to ensure manufacturability and outside vendors to improve designs Collaborate with suppliers to determine capital costs for new projects Develop and maintain design 2D layouts for planning or system concepts Decipher customer RFQ's and develop custom equipment offerings from provided information Complete P&ID's to aid in information transfer to both internal and external customers Develop project schedules for new equipment builds Redesign standard machines to improve quality, market-competitiveness, and value, while decreasing cost Act as a technical resource and participate in cross-functional teams Complete additional assignments and special projects as assigned Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering is required 5+ years of experience in design-to-build environments for large capital equipment projects is preferred Experience in design of paint coating equipment and systems (washers, ovens, immersion tanks, & conveyor systems) highly desired Extensive knowledge of 3D modeling software (SolidWorks, Inventor, or equivalent) is required Open to remote work; Ability to travel approximately 25% of time outside base office location #LI-PRT1 #LI-Remote About us:

PPG:

WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

® Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. The PPG Way 2030 We are customer champions Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don't stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. We act with purpose and speed Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value. We are excellent operators Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers. We compete to win Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. We are PPG proud Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources . PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process , so that we can do better today than yesterday.