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Paint Maintenance Engineer


Job Location:

Nashville, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 95000 - 110000
Posted: 11 August 2026 (25 days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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What we offer:
At Magna you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team you can expect exciting varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.
Group Summary:
The Magna Exteriors portfolio of products includes access systems such as liftgates exterior trim modular systems front-end modules including fascia active aerodynamic systems and other lightweight structural components for automotive commercial truck and other industrial markets.
Recognized globally as an innovator in all aspects of vehicle exteriors Magna provides everything needed from materials development and design through manufacturing and assembly to help automakers create sleek state-of-the-art vehicles across the world.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical Electrical Industrial or related field).
  • Minimum of 3 years of technical maintenance experience in manufacturing.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
  • Preferred: 5 years of engineering experience with specific experience in facilities and equipment procurement or maintenance.
  • Lead and develop the paint maintenance team fostering a culture of safety ownership and continuous improvement.
  • Schedule and coordinate work across maintenance groups to ensure balanced workload and project completion.
  • Perform performance reviews set goals and facilitate ongoing training for maintenance staff.
  • Oversee the maintenance repair and troubleshooting of all paint equipment including robots spray booths conveyors and related systems.
  • Develop and implement preventive predictive and corrective maintenance strategies to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
  • Monitor equipment performance data to identify trends and implement improvements.
  • Support facilities projects including building additions equipment upgrades and renovations ensuring projects meet safety quality and operational standards.
  • Determine project requirements for equipment upgrades facility improvements and new installations.
  • Prepare specifications evaluate vendor proposals and recommend contractors or suppliers.
  • Lead or assist in vendor/contractor selection oversee installation and ensure project completion within scope schedule and budget.
  • Lead or support installation upgrade and capital projects related to paint equipment and plant facilities.
  • Manage work order processes using computerized maintenance management systems (e.g. Maximo).
  • Develop long-term maintenance plans including scheduling of PMs and major repairs.
  • Lead root cause analysis and participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and facilities.
  • Manage work order processes using computerized maintenance management systems (e.g. Maximo).
  • Develop long-term maintenance plans including scheduling of PMs and major repairs.
  • Lead root cause analysis and participate in continuous improvement initiatives related to equipment reliability and facilities.
  • Monitor and control maintenance and project material and labor costs.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and process efficiencies.
  • Research and implement new technologies and best practices to improve equipment reliability safety and operational efficiency.
  • Lead or participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving teams.
  • Research and implement new technologies and best practices to improve equipment reliability safety and operational efficiency.
  • Lead or participate in root cause analysis and problem-solving teams.
  • Strong troubleshooting problem-solving and project management skills.
  • Experience with maintenance management systems (e.g. Maximo) or similar.
  • Knowledge of automation equipment and facilities systems.
  • Good math computer and technical documentation skills.
  • Excellent communication team-building and leadership abilities.
  • Ability to foster a safety-first culture and motivate teams.
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.

Benefits:

  • Pay Range: $95000-$110000.
  • Customizable Insurance Plans starting at 30 days.
  • Medical/Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield. Three different plans.
  • Dental - Delta Dental - Two different plans.
  • Vision - VSP - Two different plans.
  • 401k and matching at 6 months.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • FSA/HSA.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance.
  • Free Employee and Family Assistance Programs (EFAP)
  • Paid Time Off.
  • 13 Paid Holidays.
  • On-site fitness center and off-site fitness reimbursement.
  • Magna Family Scholarship.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.
  • Service Award Programs.
  • Disaster Assistance Program.
  • Profit Participation Program after 2 years.
Awareness Unity Empowerment:

At Magna we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. Thats why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications and in consideration of job requirements regardless of in particular color ancestry religion gender origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.


AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair consistent and efficient recruitment process we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.


Under conditions defined by applicable law you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

If you have any questions or concerns about this process feel free to contact our Talent Attraction team.


Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Exteriors

Required Experience:

IC


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