Coatings Project Engineer

The role

The Industrial Coatings Project Engineer plans, coordinates, and executes industrial coating projects. This role provides technical expertise in protective coating, surface preparation, corrosion control, and application methods.

What you will do

• Manage industrial coating projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate activities between customers, contractors, operations, suppliers, and quality teams.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate coating requirements based on environmental conditions, substrates, and customer specifications.
• Recommend coating systems for corrosion protection, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, and aesthetic requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Develop coating application procedures and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with SSPC, NACE/AMPP, ASTM, ISO, and customer standards.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 3+ years of experience managing industrial coating, corrosion protection, painting, or surface treatment projects.
• Knowledge of protective coating systems, surface preparation methods, and coating application techniques.
• Familiarity with SSPC/AMPP, NACE, ASTM, and ISO standards.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to perform field inspections in industrial environments.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to wear required PPE including hard hats, respirators, safety glasses, and protective clothing.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Nice to have

• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector Certification
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
• Experience in petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation, marine, water treatment, infrastructure, or manufacturing environments
• Experience managing contractors and field service teams

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

About the company

Loenbro is a construction lifecycle partner to customers across the U.S. providing services including Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication.