Technical Service Engineer

Job Description – Paint Robot Programming & Simulation Engineer

Position Title

Paint Robot Programming & Simulation Engineer

Location

Savli, Gujarat, India

Department-

Product Engineering (PE)

Reporting To

Segment Leader Light Vehicle and Product Engineering

Job Purpose

We are looking for a skilled Team Member with expertise in robotic painting applications, paint process simulation, and Painting robot programming for Laboratory & Paint Shops. The candidate will be responsible for developing, programming, and simulating robotic paint application processes using the painting robots available at our Savli laboratory and supporting implementation at customer production lines across India.

The role requires strong technical understanding of paint application processes, robotic automation, and customer-facing problem-solving capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and validate paint application simulations using robotic simulation software.
• Conduct trials and process optimization using painting robots available at the Savli laboratory.
• Prepare robot paths, process parameters, and application logic for various paint systems to simulate Paint Properties at Customer Line and Lab Robots.
• Analyze transfer efficiency, film build, paint quality, and process performance during trials.
• Coordinate with customer production, maintenance, and automation teams during implementation.
• Support new product development and process validation activities.
• Generate technical reports, process documentation, and trial reports.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and operational procedures during robot operations.
• Travel extensively to customer locations across India for project execution and technical support.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of robotic painting systems and paint application processes.
• Hands-on experience in robot programming for painting applications.
• Experience with robotic simulation software and offline programming.
• Knowledge of automotive paint shop & Ancillaries processes including:
  • Primer
  • Basecoat
  • Clearcoat
  • Sealer applications
• Understanding of paint atomizers, bell applicators, spray guns, and process parameters.
• Familiarity with PLC/automation interfaces and industrial communication systems is preferred.
• Ability to troubleshoot robotic painting defects and process-related issues.

Software Knowledge

Experience in one or more of the following is preferred:

• ABB RobotStudio
• FANUC PaintPRO / ROBOGUIDE
• Dürr simulation systems
• Kawasaki robotics software
• Other robotic simulation platforms

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree / Diploma in:
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Automation Engineering
  • Robotics Engineering

Experience

• 3–8 years of relevant experience in:
  • Robotic paint application
  • Paint shop automation
  • Robot programming and simulation
  • Automotive OEM or Tier-1 paint shop operations

Travel Requirement

• Candidate should be willing to travel extensively to customer production plants across India based on project requirements.

Preferred Industry Background

Candidates from the following industries will be preferred:

• Automotive OEM Paint Shops
• Automotive Tier-1 Suppliers
• Industrial Automation Companies
• Paint Shop Integrators
• Robotics & Automation Companies

Key Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and customer interaction capability
• Self-driven and proactive approach
• Ability to work independently at customer sites
• Team player with strong technical ownership

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Location

Primary Location: Savli, Gujarat
Travel: Pan India Customer Locations

Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.  

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

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