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Plating/Coating Engineer
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Noveon Magnetics Inc.
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Job Title:
Plating/Coating Engineer Reports to:
VP of Engineering Location:
San Marcos, Texas
We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.
About This Role The Plating/Coating Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, establishing control and maintaining surface treatment and coating processes used in the manufacturing of magnetic materials and components. This role ensures that all plating and coating operations meet required specifications for quality, performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The Plating/Coating Engineer will collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and R&D to improve process capability, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Have To Offer
Competitive Base
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan and match program
Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
Sick Leave
Company Paid Holidays
Diversity At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.
What You’ll Be Doing
Developing and implementing plating and coating processes for new and existing products, ensuring compliance with technical and quality specifications
Establishing Process Controls to ensure adequate capability.
Monitoring and optimizing process parameters to achieve consistent coating thickness, adhesion, and corrosion resistance.
Troubleshooting process issues and identifying root causes using data‑driven methodologies such as DOE, SPC, or Six Sigma tools.
Collaborating with Quality and Production teams to resolve nonconformances and implementing corrective actions.
Maintaining and improving chemical bath composition, including monitoring solution chemistry, replenishment, and waste management.
Evaluating and qualifying new materials, chemicals, and equipment for use in plating and coating applications.
Developing and maintaining process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and preventive maintenance schedules.
Ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical handling, waste disposal, and ventilation systems.
Supporting cost reduction and yield improvement initiatives while maintaining product integrity and reliability.
Training production operators and technicians on process standards, safety, and equipment operation.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
Has a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
Has 3–5 years of experience in electroplating, electroless plating, PVD/CVD coating, or similar surface finishing processes (preferably in a manufacturing environment).
Can display a strong understanding of plating chemistry, surface preparation, and process control.
Has experience with analytical testing methods such as XRF, microscopy, or adhesion and corrosion testing.
Possesses knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
Is proficient in data analysis, process documentation, and statistical process control.
Has excellent problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Physical Requirements
This position involves both office and production floor work.
Can wear PPE.
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Comfortable standing for long periods of time, up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
Is capable of making repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, squatting and walking up and down stairs.
Exposure to chemicals and process equipment is typical for this role.
About Noveon Magnetics At Noveon Magnetics, we’re reimagining the rare earth magnet industry and changing the way we electrify the world. We’re a fast‑growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe united by a shared mission to support the commercialization of our magnet manufacturing technology and forge a new path toward resource efficiency, resource independence and a low‑carbon economy.
As the only U.S manufacturer of permanent rare earth magnets essential to a range of technologies that rely on an electric motor—from electric vehicles to medical devices to aerospace and defense systems to clean energy—we’re ushering in an electric future that is 100% Made in America. All our operations, from R&D through production, assembly, and delivery, are conducted out of our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing center in San Marcos, Texas.
Noveon Magnetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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Plating/Coating Engineer
role at
Noveon Magnetics Inc.
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Job Title:
Plating/Coating Engineer Reports to:
VP of Engineering Location:
San Marcos, Texas
We have one goal: to manufacture quality magnets! We are looking for exceptional individuals who want to learn, build, and lay a foundation for our company for the years to come.
About This Role The Plating/Coating Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, establishing control and maintaining surface treatment and coating processes used in the manufacturing of magnetic materials and components. This role ensures that all plating and coating operations meet required specifications for quality, performance, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The Plating/Coating Engineer will collaborate closely with Production, Quality, and R&D to improve process capability, troubleshoot issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Have To Offer
Competitive Base
Medical/Dental/Vision insurance on day 1 of employment
Health Saving Account (HSA) with Employer contribution
Employee Assistance Program
401(k) retirement plan and match program
Long Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Short Term Disability (Employer Paid)
Paid Time Off (eligible after 90 days of employment)
Sick Leave
Company Paid Holidays
Diversity At Noveon Magnetics, we believe our diversity makes us who we are, and we strive every day to build a culture where everyone feels welcome.
What You’ll Be Doing
Developing and implementing plating and coating processes for new and existing products, ensuring compliance with technical and quality specifications
Establishing Process Controls to ensure adequate capability.
Monitoring and optimizing process parameters to achieve consistent coating thickness, adhesion, and corrosion resistance.
Troubleshooting process issues and identifying root causes using data‑driven methodologies such as DOE, SPC, or Six Sigma tools.
Collaborating with Quality and Production teams to resolve nonconformances and implementing corrective actions.
Maintaining and improving chemical bath composition, including monitoring solution chemistry, replenishment, and waste management.
Evaluating and qualifying new materials, chemicals, and equipment for use in plating and coating applications.
Developing and maintaining process documentation, including work instructions, control plans, and preventive maintenance schedules.
Ensuring compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations related to chemical handling, waste disposal, and ventilation systems.
Supporting cost reduction and yield improvement initiatives while maintaining product integrity and reliability.
Training production operators and technicians on process standards, safety, and equipment operation.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
Has a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
Has 3–5 years of experience in electroplating, electroless plating, PVD/CVD coating, or similar surface finishing processes (preferably in a manufacturing environment).
Can display a strong understanding of plating chemistry, surface preparation, and process control.
Has experience with analytical testing methods such as XRF, microscopy, or adhesion and corrosion testing.
Possesses knowledge of ISO 9001 or similar quality systems.
Is proficient in data analysis, process documentation, and statistical process control.
Has excellent problem‑solving, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Physical Requirements
This position involves both office and production floor work.
Can wear PPE.
Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
Comfortable standing for long periods of time, up to and exceeding 60 minutes.
Is capable of making repetitive movements, including, but not limited to, sitting, squatting and walking up and down stairs.
Exposure to chemicals and process equipment is typical for this role.
About Noveon Magnetics At Noveon Magnetics, we’re reimagining the rare earth magnet industry and changing the way we electrify the world. We’re a fast‑growing, diverse team of scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs, and innovators from across the globe united by a shared mission to support the commercialization of our magnet manufacturing technology and forge a new path toward resource efficiency, resource independence and a low‑carbon economy.
As the only U.S manufacturer of permanent rare earth magnets essential to a range of technologies that rely on an electric motor—from electric vehicles to medical devices to aerospace and defense systems to clean energy—we’re ushering in an electric future that is 100% Made in America. All our operations, from R&D through production, assembly, and delivery, are conducted out of our state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing center in San Marcos, Texas.
Noveon Magnetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
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