About the Role
As a Logistics Process Engineer at DENSO Manufacturing Tennessee (DMTN), you’ll lead projects that improve safety, labor efficiency, and space utilization across our warehouse and material-handling operations, including evaluating and implementing automation such as automated guided vehicles (AGVs), autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), and automated storage and retrieval systems (ASRS).
You’ll lead and support new process development, kaizen (continuous improvement), space planning, capacity enhancements, facility layout, simulation, equipment and tool design, and capital improvement projects.
What You’ll Do
Automation & Technology
Evaluate and introduce AGVs, AMRs, and ASRS to improve labor and space efficiency.
Develop specifications, installation plans, and training plans for new equipment and material-handling systems.
Project Management
Manage logistics projects with internal and external customers and contractors, from budgetary planning and quotation through procurement, design review, implementation, process validation, and sustainment.
Lead and support capital improvement projects.
Analysis & Design
Analyze data, perform cycle time analyses, and complete capacity studies to evaluate current and future warehouse and conveyance operations.
Design, maintain, and optimize warehouse facility layouts and space plans.
Design equipment and tools for logistics operations.
Build and run simulations to test process and layout changes.
Improvement, Safety & Sustainability
Identify cost-reduction and process-improvement opportunities within logistics operations.
Evaluate and enhance the safety of logistics processes and equipment.
Assess the environmental impact and energy efficiency of logistics activities.
Collaboration & Reporting
Partner with Logistics, Logistics Maintenance, IT/IoT, Safety/Health/Environment, Facilities, and Purchasing teams, plus DENSO’s North American functional teams, to integrate new technologies and ensure smooth implementation.
Align locally and with other DENSO sites in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Japan as needed.
Prepare reports and presentation materials as requested.
Perform other duties as business needs require.
Safety Requirements
Follow all DENSO safety standards and protocols and industry best practices, including Contractor Safety. All Logistics Engineering team members must achieve and maintain DENSO’s Level 3 Safety Observer status.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program (an Associate’s degree plus equivalent work experience may be considered).
5+ years of relevant experience (co-op experience will be considered).
Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks 3D modeling software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Experience defining equipment acceptance criteria and test plans, with working knowledge of common manufacturing equipment.
Excellent analytical, written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
Ability to manage several projects at once, prioritize, and develop and follow schedules and due dates.
Creative problem-solving and adaptability in complex, changing environments with limited precedent.
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%, and to work periodic overtime.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience creating PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and Control Plans.
Automotive manufacturing experience and knowledge of Toyota Production System (TPS) principles.
Familiarity with DENSO Production Engineering policies, procedures, and terminology.
What Will Help You Succeed
A drive to learn and master new methods and technology.
A willingness to build and strengthen partnerships inside and outside the organization.
Respect for the perspectives, ideas, and experiences of all people, and the ability to collaborate across diverse teams.
A commitment to a safe and clean workplace, and to sustainability through greater efficiency and reduced environmental impact.
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: 83,000 - $104,000
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program; an Associate's degree with equivalent work experience may be considered
- 5+ years of relevant experience; co-op experience will be considered
- Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD
- Strong working knowledge of SolidWorks 3D modeling software
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Experience defining equipment acceptance criteria and test plans
- Working knowledge of common manufacturing equipment
- Excellent analytical, written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to manage several projects simultaneously, prioritize, and follow schedules and due dates
- Creative problem-solving and adaptability in complex, changing environments
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 10%
- Willingness to work periodic overtime
- Experience creating PFMEA and Control Plans
- Automotive manufacturing experience and knowledge of Toyota Production System principles
- Familiarity with DENSO Production Engineering policies, procedures, and terminology
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
DENSO Insights
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.
