Production Engineer - MOR

Jtekt Na; Morristown (TN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JTEKT Automotive in Morristown, Tennessee is seeking an engineering professional to support high-volume manufacturing. The role focuses on reducing downtime, cutting costs and driving quality improvements across processes and equipment.

You will assist in new project startups, procure and install new equipment, and develop technical instructions and process documentation with a team-oriented mindset. This position requires strong problem-solving and communication skills and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Requires a B.S. in Engineering or B.A./Associate Degree in Engineering with 5+ years in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Experience troubleshooting automated equipment in a high-speed production setting.
• Familiarity with TS16949/ISO14001, PFMEA, Control Plans and Process Sheets.

Responsibilities

• Reduce downtime, costs, quality issues and improve productivity in daily manufacturing support.
• Assist in new project startup, equipment procurement, installation and grooming.
• No supervisory responsibilities.

Skills

Automated equipment troubleshooting

High-volume manufacturing experience

Data analysis and presentation

Teamwork and communication

Decision making and initiative

Education

BS in Engineering

B.A./Associate Degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

JTEKT Automotive, 5932 Commerce Blvd., MORRISTOWN, Tennessee, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Essential Duties and Accountabilities:

• Daily Manufacturing Support aimed at reducing downtime, reducing costs, quality improvements and productivity gains
• Assist in new project startup and new equipment procurement, installation and grooming.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Automated equipment troubleshooting experience.
• Experience in high volume manufacturing.
• Capital procurement experience and preparation for production.
• Ability to analyze statistical data and produce presentations.
• Knowledge of various fixture design, tooling design, and gage design.
• Perform process capability studies.
• Familiar with TS16949 and ISO14001 requirements for producing Process Sheets, Control Plans and PFMEA documentation.
• Knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic and lubrication systems.
• Close tolerance measurement.
• Work without close supervision.
• Make engineering reports as required for process development.
• Create technical instructions for equipment / processes.
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment utilizing effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• High degree of initiative, with ability to make decisions.
• Positive attitude & ability to prioritize and deal with multiple assignments and stressful situations.
• Knowledge of personal computers and related software, including MS Word, Excel, AutoCAD or SolidWorks.
• Excellent attendance record.
• PLC troubleshooting experience is a plus.
• Ability to work overtime is an essential function of the position.

Education and Experience:

• B. S. Degree in Engineering or B. A./Associate Degree in Engineering with minimum 5 years’ experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment

Work Environment/Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is mostly performed in a normal office setting with minimal exposure to health or safety hazards, and with substantial time spent working on a computer. Requires sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard and other office equipment.
• The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to manufacturing areas which require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
• Travel by automobile and plane required approximately 10-20% of time.

JTEKT Automotive, 5932 Commerce Blvd., MORRISTOWN, Tennessee, United States of America