Coatings Project Engineer

Job Title: Coatings Project Engineer

Company: Loenbro, LLC Business Unit/Department: Southwest Region

Location: Gilbert, AZ. Reports to: Engineering Manager Employment Type: Full Time FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Summary: Loenbro is seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to join our engineering team. The Industrial Coatings Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing industrial coating projects from initial customer requirements through project completion. This role provides technical expertise in protective coating, surface preparation, corrosion control, and application methods while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards and customer specifications.

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long-term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication, and our vertical market focus spans all industries. Our expertise lies in simplifying the complex, so that our clients gain clarity and control in construction and maintenance. We do this by taking full ownership on every interaction, delivering multi-scope project excellence, and establishing long-standing relationships with our partners as we enhance and maintain your critical infrastructure. We have a national presence but a local approach—so that every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. Through their relationship with us and the One Loenbro model, our customers can simplify, control, and succeed in the everyday.

Duties/Responsibilities (Essential Functions):

Project Management

• Manage industrial coating projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate activities between customers, contractors, operations, suppliers, and quality teams.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular status updates.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

Technical Engineering Support

• Evaluate coating requirements based on environmental conditions, substrates, and customer specifications.
• Recommend coating systems for corrosion protection, chemical resistance, abrasion resistance, and aesthetic requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Develop coating application procedures and work instructions.
• Provide technical support during coating application and inspection activities.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with SSPC, NACE/AMPP, ASTM, ISO, and customer standards.
• Review and approve surface preparation and coating application procedures.
• Coordinate coating inspections and quality control testing.
• Investigate coating failures and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain project documentation, quality records, and inspection reports.

Safety Management

• Promote and enforce workplace safety standards and environmental compliance.
• Ensure all coating activities follow OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Participate in safety audits, hazard assessments, and incident investigations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety and operational performance.

Additional Responsibilities:

Customer & Stakeholder Communication

• Serve as the primary technical contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Participate in project meetings, site visits, and customer presentations.
• Prepare technical reports, project updates, and closeout documentation.
• Support business development efforts by providing technical expertise during proposal preparation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 3+ years of experience managing industrial coating, corrosion protection, painting, or surface treatment projects.
• Knowledge of protective coating systems, surface preparation methods, and coating application techniques.
• Familiarity with SSPC/AMPP, NACE, ASTM, and ISO standards.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• NACE/AMPP Coating Inspector Certification.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Experience in petrochemical, oil & gas, power generation, marine, water treatment, infrastructure, or manufacturing environments.
• Experience managing contractors and field service teams.

Key Competencies

• Project planning and execution
• Corrosion engineering knowledge
• Coating system selection
• Budget management
• Risk assessment
• Quality assurance and inspection
• Client relationship management
• Technical report writing
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Leadership and decision-making

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform field inspections in industrial environments.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and access elevated work areas.
• Ability to wear required PPE including hard hats, respirators, safety glasses, and protective clothing.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Benefits:

Loenbro offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and rewards to those who join our team:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked.

Guided by Core Values (LEAD), grounded in grit and a commitment to excellence, Loenbro betters our families, customers, and local communities. If you are ready to be part of a company that LEADS by:

• Living with Integrity
• Exceeding Expectations
• Acting with Urgency
• Delivering Excellence

…we want to hear from you.

Loenbro is an Equal Opportunity Employer