Coating Engineer

Post Date

Apr 14, 2026

Location

East Hartford,
Connecticut

ZIP/Postal Code

06118
US
Jun 18, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Materials Science & Engineering

Req #

HTD-24404612-e1fa-44a6-aabd-41fcd24026b3

Pay Rate

$28 - $35 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Coating Engineer to support a high‑temperature aerospace coatings group focused on turbine hardware. This individual will play a key role in front‑to‑back engineering support including coating,, failure analysis, and collaboration across design, manufacturing, and materials engineering teams. The engineer will primarily focus on technical documentation, report writing, and presentations, with limited hands‑on lab work. The role supports ongoing and long‑term development and production programs with a strong emphasis on high‑temperature, corrosion, and oxidation‑resistant coatings.

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Required Skills & Experience

- BS degree in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field
- 4–5+ years of coating engineering experience
- Aerospace coatings experience, preferably high‑temperature or ceramic coatings
- Fundamental understanding of turbine hardware and high‑temperature environments
- Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
- Experience collaborating across engineering disciplines and manufacturing teams
- Ability to work independently and “hit the ground running”

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

- Experience with alloy design or high‑temperature materials development
- Prior involvement in failure analysis of coatings
- Exposure to production support, engine safety, or cost‑reduction initiatives
- Familiarity with shop floor oversight and production issue resolution

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.