Demo

Process Engineer 3

DENSO
Maryville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/26/2026
Job Description

The Process Engineer 3 will play a crucial role in driving process development and line support for new product introductions. They will lead from the DFM stage to line decommission, ensuring efficient and effective production processes. This role is integral to the company's success, as it involves a range of responsibilities from capacity studies to equipment specification and process optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

  • New product planning, Introduction, trials preparation and documentation
  • Production capacity studies, line layouts, cycle time studies, processing cost studies
  • Process Design and development
  • Prototype and Design validation testing
  • New equipment specification development, installation and training
  • New equipment budgetary planning, quotation, procurement, and project management
  • Production lines support and Flow Soldering improvement activities
  • Manufacturing manual process automation (vision guided robotics and others)
  • Process improvement and machine optimization as well as process optimization
  • Product defects root cause analysis, investigation and countermeasure development
  • Create and Maintain process documentation (PFMEA, PCS, Process Flows, policies, etc.) in support of IATF certifications
  • Other responsibilities as required

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering
  • Ability to work effectively with a multi-disciplined cross-functional team in a fast-paced work environment
  • Ability to successfully manage several tasks or projects at once
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally, up to 10%
  • Willingness to work periodic overtime, as required
  • Possess and demonstrate excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to think 'outside the box' and develop clever, unique solutions to problems
  • Willingness to interface and collaborate with other departments to help reach overall DENSO and Production Engineering or Project goals.
  • Demonstrate initiative by investigating outside own areas for given tasks and by helping others
  • Demonstrate ownership of responsible areas through committed actions and responses
  • Ability to develop and closely follow schedules and due dates
  • Willingness to contribute opinion and feedback in various meetings and situations
  • Possess and Demonstrate a Positive attitude and outlook
  • Demonstrated drive to achieve results
  • Ability to adapt to ever changing work requirements, tasks, and environments
  • Ability to maintain and promote a safe and clean working environment

Benefits Summary:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
  • 401K with 4% Company Match
  • Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
  • Bonus Program
  • FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
  • Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
  • Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
  • Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc.
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Development and Ongoing Training
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
  • Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
  • Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)

Candidates residing 50 miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.

Annual Salary: $96,000 - $120,000

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute new product introductions, including trials and documentation.
  • Conduct production capacity studies and line layout designs.
  • Develop and validate processes for new products and prototypes.
  • Specify, install, and provide training on new equipment.
  • Manage budgetary planning, quotations, and procurement for capital projects.
  • Support production lines and improve flow soldering processes.
  • Automate manufacturing manual processes using robotics and vision systems.
  • Analyze product defects, investigate root causes, and develop countermeasures.
  • Create and maintain process documentation to support IATF certifications.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and adapt to changing project requirements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
  • 5 years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proficiency in process improvement methodologies and tools.
  • Experience with vision-guided robotics and automation technologies.
  • Familiarity with IATF certification requirements and process documentation.
  • Positive attitude, results-driven mindset, and adaptability to changing environments.

Salary : $96,000 - $120,000

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at DENSO

  • DENSO Maryville, TN
  • Job Description The 2 nd shift Maintenance Team Leader will lead and supervise maintenance associates as well as provide technical troubleshooting skills t... more
  • Just Posted

  • DENSO Southfield, MI
  • Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Serve as system administrator for the internal IP Docketing System, maintaining accurate files, dead... more
  • Just Posted

  • DENSO Maryville, TN
  • Job Description 20x Maintenance Support Department Manager (Maintenance Manager) Job Summary: Oversees the daily activities of the Maintenance Support Depa... more
  • 1 Day Ago

  • DENSO Maryville, TN
  • Job Summary JOB DESCRIPTION Responsibility for a variety of specialized activities required to enhance organizational capabilities. This could include skil... more
  • 1 Day Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Process Engineer 3 jobs in the Maryville, TN area that may be a better fit.

  • Process Engineering Associates, LLC Ridge, TN
  • OVERVIEW PROCESS is currently seeking multiple senior level Process Design Chemical Engineers for executing process design and process engineering projects... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • Process Engineering Associates, LLC Oak Ridge, TN
  • OVERVIEW PROCESS is currently seeking one individual for the position of Senior Energetics Materials Process Lead Engineer to perform process engineering a... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!