Automotive Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement & Ops

100240 Saia-Burgess Automotive Actuators LLC; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Electric is seeking a Process Engineer in Springfield, TN (onsite) to lead the development, optimization, and sustainment of manufacturing processes for automotive applications.

You will analyze production data, implement corrective actions, and support APQP activities such as PFMEA and Control Plans while collaborating with Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in applicable engineering field required.
• Experience with automotive manufacturing processes preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes
• Analyze production data and implement corrective actions to improve performance
• Support APQP activities including Process Flow, PFMEA, and Control Plans
• Maintain process documentation such as SOPs and work instructions
• Collaborate with Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams to resolve issues
• Support new equipment installation and process improvements
• Monitor key process KPIs such as scrap, yield, and cycle time
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Support training and development of operators

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Automotive Manufacturing

PLC (Allen-Bradley/Keyence)

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Allen-Bradley PLCs

Keyence Vision Systems

KUKA Robots

AI Vision Systems

Job description

Johnson Electric is seeking a Process Engineer in Springfield, TN (onsite) to lead the development, optimization, and sustainment of manufacturing processes for automotive applications.

You will analyze production data, implement corrective actions, and support APQP activities such as PFMEA and Control Plans while collaborating with Quality, Production, and Maintenance teams. The role emphasizes continuous improvement and compliance with quality standards.