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Manufacturing Engineer – Advanced Coating & Blending

Talent Services Group Savannah, GA

Savannah, GA

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$130k - $175k/yr Full time Advanced Manufacturing Automation Control Systems

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Job Description

Talent Services Group is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to lead advanced thermal spray coating and blending manufacturing initiatives at an onsite facility in Savannah, GA.

Responsibilities

Lead development, implementation, optimization, and maintenance of advanced thermal spray coating processes for gas turbine component manufacturing and repair
Oversee robotic grit blasting, High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) bond coating, and Atmospheric Plasma Spray (APS) ceramic coating applications
Support Thermal Barrier Coating (TBC) processes, including coating repairs, stripping, restoration, and finishing operations
Provide technical expertise in coating thickness control, dimensional restoration, blending, and cooling hole reopening
Create standardized manufacturing procedures, process specifications, and qualification requirements
Ensure coating processes meet established quality, safety, and certification standards
Analyze manufacturing performance to improve first-pass yield, throughput, coating consistency, and operational efficiency
Identify and eliminate process risks that drive rework, coating variation, dimensional inconsistencies, and production delays
Implement process improvements to reduce operator dependency and improve manufacturing repeatability
Establish process controls, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives
Support coating process qualification, equipment validation, and manufacturing readiness activities
Develop and implement automation strategies for coating, blending, finishing, and material handling operations
Evaluate robotic blending technologies, automated cooling hole reopening systems, and adaptive process controls
Support integration of automated recipe management, machine monitoring, and digital manufacturing technologies
Define requirements for equipment connectivity, manufacturing data collection, traceability, and process monitoring
Support Manufacturing Execution System (MES) integration and advanced manufacturing data systems
Manage manufacturing programs, DNC/MDC systems, revision control, and process documentation
Lead equipment acceptance, commissioning, qualification, capability validation, and production ramp-up activities
Collaborate with equipment manufacturers, automation integrators, suppliers, and internal engineering teams
Provide technical direction for capital equipment implementation and manufacturing process improvements
Troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges and develop sustainable corrective actions
Mentor engineers, technicians, and production personnel on manufacturing processes and best practices
Coordinate technical initiatives across manufacturing facilities and global engineering organizations

Requirements

10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience supporting advanced welding, joining, laser processing, or automated manufacturing operations
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and optimizing complex manufacturing processes
Proven success leading automation initiatives, capital equipment installations, equipment qualification, and continuous improvement projects
Experience using manufacturing data to improve quality, productivity, process capability, and production efficiency
Strong understanding of manufacturing process controls, equipment integration, and quality standards
Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, problem-solving, and technical calculation skills
Excellent communication skills to collaborate across engineering, operations, quality, suppliers, and leadership teams
Ability to prepare technical reports, process documentation, and engineering recommendations

Technologies & Tools

High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF)
Atmospheric Plasma Spray (APS)
Thermal Barrier Coatings (TBC)
Robotic Grit Blasting
Advanced Welding & Joining
Laser Processing
Robotic Blending & Finishing
Automated Manufacturing Systems
CAD/CAM Software
Robotic Programming
Manufacturing Simulation Tools
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)
SCADA Systems
SAP
Windchill
DNC/MDC Systems
Machine Monitoring & Data Collection Platforms
Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with industrial automation, robotics, and controls integration
Knowledge of thermal spray coating processes used in gas turbine component manufacturing or repair
Experience implementing automated coating, blending, or finishing technologies
Familiarity with equipment connectivity, manufacturing data collection, and digital manufacturing solutions
Experience working with equipment OEMs, suppliers, and automation integrators
Background in power generation, aerospace, turbine manufacturing, or other precision manufacturing environments

Location & Work Type

Onsite in Savannah, GA
Employment type: Full-Time

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel up to 50%

Compensation

$130,000 - $175,000 per year

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