Mettech manufactures advanced plasma thermal spray coating equipment and provides expert coating service, support and development to customers from a wide range of industries including aerospace, automotive, energy, printing, pulp & paper, mining, and metals & metal processing. Headquartered in Surrey, British Columbia, Northwest Mettech Corp. is a leader in developing thermal spray technology. Mettech is a pioneer in Axial Plasma Spray Technology including innovative liquid injection (suspension feeders) and surface engineered coating solutions
Position Overview
Mettech is seeking a Coating Engineer to lead the development of new coating systems while also managing and operating our metallurgical laboratory. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who is passionate about materials science, process optimization, and applied research.
Key Responsibilities
Coating Development
• Design, develop, and optimize advanced coatings for various applications
• Operate world-leading plasma spray equipment for coating development, product testing, and part production
• Conduct coating material selection, testing, and performance evaluation
• Lead R&D projects from concept through validation and implementation
• Improve coating processes for performance, durability, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to scale new coatings
Metallurgical Laboratory Management
• Operate and oversee metallurgical lab equipment (microscopy, hardness testing, bond strength, corrosion and electrical tests, sample prep, etc.)
• Perform microstructural analysis, and material characterization
• Develop and maintain testing procedures and standards
• Generate technical reports for internal teams and customers
• Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and safety compliance in the lab
Technical Support
• Support troubleshooting of production and field issues
• Provide metallurgical expertise to customers and internal stakeholders
• Assist with quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives
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Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in coatings, surface engineering, or metallurgy
• Hands-on experience with metallurgical lab techniques and equipment
• Strong understanding of microstructures, phase transformations, and material properties
• Exceptional communications skills to follow written/verbal instructions accurately and point out potential problems in advance
Preferred
• Graduate degree in Materials or Metallurgical Engineering
• Experience in industrial environments
• Familiarity with thermal spray technology
Key Competencies
• Innovative mindset with a strong R&D focus
• Hands-on, detail-oriented, and practical approach
• Strong technical communication and reporting skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Team-oriented with cross-functional collaboration skills
Why Join Mettech?
• Opportunity to lead cutting-edge coating development
• Hands-on role combining lab work and real-world application
• Collaborative and innovation-driven environment
• Opportunities to be mentored by world leaders in developing thermal spray technology
• Competitive compensation and benefits
The employer accepts applications from:
• Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit
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