Process Engineer 1

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Battle Creek, MI, USA
In-Office
70K-88K Annually
Entry level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads new product launches and develops manufacturing processes, equipment, jigs, and machinery. Manages APQP implementation, project budgets, costs, and schedules from quotation through production. Investigates and implements production technologies, uses CAD and external resources, analyzes data, and develops innovative engineering solutions. Applies Kaizen and PDCA methodologies while collaborating with customers and internal teams.
Summary Generated by Built In

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for leading new product launches, developing manufacturing processes and equipment
  • Managing project costs and schedules 
  • Implementing new technologies to support production. 
  • Responsible for a wide range of engineering activities to include assuming the project lead role in the implementation of new products from the quotation stage to implementation through the management of the APQP process.
  • Accountable for developing and maintaining project budgets for new product implementation. 
  • Development of jigs and machinery for new products and utilizing CAD or outside resources to ensure customer schedules are met. 
  • Investigation and development of new technologies for implementation into production. 

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, industrial or other related engineering discipline 
  • 0-3 years relevant experience
  • Good written, verbal, and communication skills
  • Demonstrated competency in working with computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile data
  • Excellent customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship partnership
  • Excellent analytical skills with an ability to independently evaluate and develop innovative solutions to complex situations, applying knowledge of specialty area and use of sound judgment
  • Ability to resolve difficult or complicated situations
  • Working knowledge in MS Office Programs - MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
  • Kaizen mindset
  • Ability to effectively apply the PDCA process

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)  

Annual Salary: $70,000 - $88,000

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, electrical, industrial, or another related engineering discipline
  • 0-3 years of relevant experience
  • Good written, verbal, and communication skills
  • Competency using computer software and mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze, and reconcile data
  • Excellent customer service and business relationship skills
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to develop innovative solutions to complex situations
  • Ability to resolve difficult or complicated situations
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Kaizen mindset
  • Ability to effectively apply the PDCA process

DENSO Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about DENSO and has not been reviewed or approved by DENSO.

  • Healthcare Strength — Medical coverage includes multiple plan designs through a major carrier, telemedicine, and chronic‑condition programs bundled with enrollment. On‑site family health centers at select locations add convenient primary care and pharmacy access for eligible members.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) program uses automatic enrollment with a straightforward dollar‑for‑dollar company match on initial contributions and an annual true‑up via a recognized recordkeeper. Auto‑increase and the potential for discretionary employer contributions reinforce long‑term savings support.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness incentives can reduce medical premiums, and resources span musculoskeletal care, weight management, digestive health, and behavioral health at no additional cost when enrolled. Site‑based amenities like on‑site care, fitness options, and tuition reimbursement expand lifestyle value where available.

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The Company
HQ: Kariya, Japan
18,627 Employees
Year Founded: 1947

What We Do

DENSO is one of the world's largest automotive suppliers with a 75-year history of providing advanced automotive systems and technology to automakers worldwide. While our products are featured on nearly every vehicle make and model on the road today, we're also looking to innovate beyond automotive so we can maximize how we support the evolving needs of society. Globally, we have 158,000 employees, including 27,000+ in North America, working together every day to pursue our Two Great Causes: Green -- which represents our goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2035 through our products, processes and facilities; and Peace of Mind -- which focuses on developing solutions for safer and more seamless experiences across society. Together, they help us pursue our mission of contributing to a better world.

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