Project Engineer

We are looking for a Project Engineer for our Westbury, NY facility. In this role, under limited guidance, supports the R&D organization by researching, evaluating, selecting and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria in testing and solving technical problems pertaining to thermal spray application development, system acceptance tests, and product validation projects.

Your Responsibilities

• Formulates and executes project plans within the Coating Solution Center (CSC) under limited guidance from Sr. Project Engineers.
• Leads individual project activities for PVD/thermal spray application and parameter development, product support and validation (system acceptance tests). Additional support required for key account managers, materials and equipment business lines.
• Ensure project assignments meet established technical requirements, budget, and time schedules. This includes guidance in the use of equipment and materials used in the spray process, testing for coating properties, and product evaluation.
• Oversees the maintenance and organization of spray test results and documentation.
• Keeps stakeholders informed of the status of assigned projects maintaining direct contact with Oerlikon Metco sales, materials and equipment business lines.
• Generates project proposal activities including quotations, scheduling, and specifying the required project tasks and goals; inclusive of designing test plans and performing thermal spray processing. Required to prepare technical reports and/or presentations for review.
• Evaluates metallurgical coating samples and reports for design intent; assessing coating specifications and if requirements were achieved.
• Maintains strict adherence to Oerlikon Metco internal procedures and safety regulations pertaining to thermal spraying and coating evaluation.
• Position may require travel to support CSC activities including on-site knowledge transfers, customer service issues, thermal spray system support and acceptance tests.
• Guides thermal spray operators within the CSC and supports knowledge transfers to various departments within Oerlikon Metco.
• Performs other duties as required.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree in materials science or mechanical engineering
• 3 years job experience in thermal spray or PVD coating technologies
• Master's degrees preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Highly developed quantitative analysis and problem-solving skills
• Comprehensive and current knowledge of coating technologies and techniques
• Strong business acumen and ability to apply engineering science
• Must be proficient in using business and communications software (preferably Word, Excel, PowerPoint, common Windows operating systems, and Outlook)
• Ability to travel 30% travel may be required

We Offer

Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment!

The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
• Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
• Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
• Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us!
• Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
• 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
• Flexible hours or remote work environment available for certain positions
• 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work everyday!

Why Oerlikon

Imagine pursuing R&D breakthroughs in collaboration with a workforce that numbers more than 11.000, across more than 80 nationalities sitting in over 170 locations and 30 countries worldwide. We count this spectrum of cultures, viewpoints and insights as an asset in delivering the solutions our customers need and the careers our team members seek. Our people are diverse in their perspectives but united in their purpose: to develop technologies that reduce resource and energy consumption and help build a healthier, more sustainable and better protected world.

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Are you curious? Then release your passion to succeed and APPLY to discover how you can help us build a better world and realize how you can make a personal difference by joining our global team! Our commitment is your success!

Oerlikon is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position, which is $75,000 to $100,000 per year. Some positions within Oerlikon may also offer eligibility to participate in a discretionary incentive program. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for the role will be based on a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, internal equity, job location, work experience, education, training, certifications, licenses, etc. Therefore, as compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each individual, it is likely that not all applicants will be hired at the highest end of the listed compensation range. Our total compensation package goes beyond base compensation and it will include a competitive benefits package starting with 2 weeks paid time off accrued on a monthly basis, 12 holidays, 48 hours personal/sick time (exception for NY where we follow State law,) medical, dental, vision, 401K, holidays, pet insurance and tuition reimbursement all effective day one of hire.

About Oerlikon

Oerlikon is a global leader in surface technologies and advanced materials. With a unique portfolio spanning surface engineering, high-performance materials, coating equipment and components, we make products better by enhancing performance, efficiency and sustainability. Oerlikon serves a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, energy, medical, luxury, semiconductors and tooling. Head-quartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland, Oerlikon operates in 38 countries with approximately 9,500 employees, achieving sales of CHF 1.6 billion in 2024.

We offer a wide variety of job profiles in a dynamic, supportive environment where people are empowered to grow and reach their full potential — guided by our core values of integrity, team spirit, excellence and innovation.

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