Job Description:
• Supplier Related Quality Engineering
• Responsible for maintaining quality of outsourced mechanical parts, as well as sub-materials, per Denso quality standards
• Monitoring, Development, and Systems Management of suppliers
• Support Problem Investigation both internally and at suppliers
• Provide Engineering Support to Inspection Departments
• Support supplier and internal cross functional groups for overall quality improvement activities
• Develop detailed test plans to evaluate change-points in supplied parts
• Understand, Document, and Improve supplier processes
• Assist in judging parts against established visual/functional standards
• Learn supplier processes to troubleshoot defects/suspect parts at Denso
• Must be able to recognize quality trends and act accordingly
• Obtain and maintain open communication with suppliers worldwide to accurately/promptly communicate quality issues for quick resolution
**An updated resume is required for consideration**
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related degree or equivalent Quality experience would be considered
• Strong communication skills (both verbal & written)
• 5+ years engineering experience, or co-op equivalent in manufacturing, quality, or related field
• Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to travel as needed (up to 10-20%)
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
• Direct work with suppliers or supplied components
• Experience leading peer-team projects
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment
• Familiar with Automotive Industry Quality Systems & Requirements including TS16949 and IATF
• Other useful process knowledge/experience considered: Al/Zn Die Casting, Machining, Forging, Metal Stamping, Plastic Injection Molding, Plating, E-Coating, and/or Anodizing process knowledge
• Automotive quality problem solving tools experience
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
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent quality experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- 5+ years of engineering experience, or co-op equivalent, in manufacturing, quality, or a related field
- Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to travel as needed, up to 10–20%
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Direct experience working with suppliers or supplied components
- Experience leading peer-team projects
- Experience in a multicultural environment
- Familiarity with automotive industry quality systems and requirements, including TS16949 and IATF
- Knowledge of aluminum/zinc die casting, machining, forging, metal stamping, plastic injection molding, plating, e-coating, or anodizing processes
- Experience with automotive quality problem-solving tools
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.
