Process Engineer 2

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead leak & scrap reduction, and brazing operations
• New‑product launches, and continuous‑improvement initiatives
• Responsible for driving leak‑ and scrap‑reduction programs, overseeing brazing processes, and leading new‑product introductions from quotation through APQP implementation
• Develop manufacturing processes, design jigs and equipment using CAD, manage project budgets and schedules
• Evaluate emerging technologies to enhance production efficiency while upholding DENSO’s safety and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or similar discipline 
• 3-5 years of relevant experience 
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good customer service skills with an ability to approach every business relationship as a partnership
• Good problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to address customer issues and partner on resolutions
• Good analytical skills
• good negotiation skills and an ability to resolve situations while maintaining a point firmly and seeking a positive outcome for both sides
• Intermediate understanding and demonstrated competency in working with computer software in mainframe applications to manipulate, analyze and reconcile data
• Ability to comprehend and apply the PDCA process so identify potential 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) 

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

Annual Salary: $81,000 - $101,000

Responsibilities

• Lead leak‑reduction projects and implement scrap‑reduction strategies across condenser lines.
• Develop, qualify, and maintain brazing procedures, parameters, and equipment.
• Act as project lead for new‑product launches, managing the APQP process from quotation to production rollout.
• Create and validate jigs, fixtures, and machinery using CAD or external resources to meet customer schedules.
• Develop and control project budgets and schedules for new‑product implementation.
• Investigate and integrate new manufacturing technologies to improve productivity and quality.
• Generate and analyze key process metrics; produce performance and cost‑impact reports.
• Provide technical support for root‑cause analysis, troubleshooting, and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with design, quality, and manufacturing teams to drive Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain work instructions, SOPs, and training materials for operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related engineering discipline.
• 2+ years of production or process engineering experience in automotive or HVAC manufacturing.
• Hands‑on experience with brazing operations, equipment, and process qualification.
• Proven track record of leading leak‑ and scrap‑reduction projects.
• Experience managing new‑product launches, APQP, and project budgets/schedules.
• Proficiency with CAD software for jig and equipment design.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred) and statistical analysis tools (Minitab, JMP).
• Strong problem‑solving, root‑cause analysis, and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities across cross‑functional groups.
• Commitment to safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.