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Process Engineer - Coatings

XPEL

San Antonio, TX · Posted November 2, 2026

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Job Summary:

The Process Engineer - Coatings supports the development, optimization, and scale-up of manufacturing processes across production and supply chain operations. This role applies engineering expertise to drive continuous improvement, enhance product quality, and increase operational efficiency.

Core Duties

Technical resource for on-going production activities: establishing & improving production quality specifications, production support, documentation & analysis of production KPIs

Responsible for reviewing safety and quality standards to ensure the Internal and External stakeholders are properly meeting these guidelines

Leads quality improvement, yield improvement & corrective action projects with internal and external stakeholders

Recommends manufacturing processes designed to be efficient, cost-effective, and to promote quality and reliability

Assesses current equipment and processes and makes recommendations for changes. Helps to troubleshoot and repair equipment. Shows results in reports. May train personnel in equipment usage and processes

Collaborate with research and development teams as technologies transition to pilot & scale-up environments to ensure a successful commercialization

Basic Qualifications

BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Materials Engineering or related field

2 years' experience in process engineering, production operations, and/or quality control environments

Analytical skills for troubleshooting designs not working as planned, asking the right questions, and finding answers that work.

Familiarity with statistics & hypothesis-driven problem-solving methodologies; for example: Six Sigma, DOE, 8D, DMAIC, Lean, etc.

Interpersonal skills in developing positive working relationships with other employees working with the production process. Desire to lead projects with cross-functional stakeholders

Process-orientation with an attention to detail

Ability to travel 25-50%

Desired Qualifications

Polymer films or coatings experience strongly preferred

Tape, vinyl, plastics and paper coating experience

XPEL is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.