Manufacturing Technical Leader
Pubblicato il 05-08-2026 - Dormont Manufacturing in Italia
Responsibilities, authorities and accountabilities
Coating Process Engineering
Develop, optimize, and standardize coating processes including aluminum-platinum deposition, diffusion heat treatment.
Define and control process parameters to ensure coating quality, adhesion, thickness uniformity, and compliance with specifications.
Prepare and maintain detailed process documentation (e.g., work instructions, control plans, technical specifications).
Thermal Spray Operations (HVOF & APS)
Manage setup and operation of HVOF and APS coating systems.
Monitor and troubleshoot spray parameters, equipment performance, and powder feed systems to maintain process integrity.
Ensure safety compliance and equipment calibration in accordance with industry standards.
Quality & Metallurgical Support
Work closely with the quality and materials engineering teams to analyze coating defects, microstructures, and process-related anomalies.
Coordinate root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
New Process Introduction & Continuous Improvement
Lead the industrialization of new coating technologies or upgrades, from development to full-scale production.
Drive process improvements in terms of cycle time, yield, repeatability, and environmental compliance.
Collaborate with R&D;, design engineering, and external suppliers as needed.
Master’s degree in Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering or equivalent demonstrated hands‑on experience.
Solid experience in coating processes for aerospace or energy sector, particularly gas turbines.
Technical expertise in: Aluminum-platinum deposition and diffusion, Thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) and Atmospheric Plasma Spray (APS) spraying techniques
Strong understanding of coating microstructures, thermal protection, oxidation/corrosion resistance, and adhesion mechanisms.
Familiarity with metrology, NDT, and metallurgical analysis techniques.
Ability to work