JTEKT North America Corporation · 1 hour ago
Senior Process Development Engineer
Greenville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expJTEKT North America Corporation is seeking a highly motivated Process Development Engineer with expertise in core manufacturing processes. The role involves serving as a project manager or technical lead on strategic process development initiatives, focusing on enhancing productivity, product quality, and manufacturing innovation.
AutomotiveManufacturing
Responsibilities
Investigate and recommend new processing technologies including induction heat treatment, spline rolling, shaft straightening, and friction welding; disseminate findings across global teams
Identify and document best practices for existing manufacturing processes and lead global implementation to standardize and improve operations
Serve as project manager or technical lead on major process development initiatives related to bearing, steering, and driveline component manufacturing
Conduct process capability studies (Cp, Cpk, Pp, Ppk) and drive improvements based on statistical analysis
Develop and deliver training programs for plant engineers and operators on new or improved processing technologies
Solve complex, high-impact problems related to forming, joining, and induction heat treatment through structured root cause analysis and cross-functional collaboration
Understand and apply the JTEKT Quality Gate Systems, including development of pFMEAs, control plans, and process flow diagrams, ensuring validated process capability
Travel to manufacturing sites and supplier locations to support production issues, process launches, and supplier development activities
Qualification
Required
Expertise in at least one of the following core manufacturing processes: induction heat treatment, spline rolling, shaft straightening, or friction welding
Strong foundation in one of these areas and demonstrate the ability and desire to learn and contribute across the others
Experience developing equipment specifications and managing procurement, installation, and validation of new equipment and tooling
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering (BSME or MSME)
3+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering, preferably in the automotive industry
Strong mechanical aptitude and foundational understanding of manufacturing process development and optimization
Eagerness and ability to learn additional manufacturing processes beyond current area of expertise
Comfortable working in hands-on manufacturing environments, and effective in collaborating with engineering, operations, maintenance, and suppliers
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., PTC Creo or SolidWorks) for process layout and tooling design
Preferred
Knowledge in metallurgy and materials science, particularly in relation to steel heat treatment, weldability, and deformation behavior
Familiarity with related processes such as machining, grinding, part cleaning, and coating
Company
JTEKT North America Corporation
JTEKT North America is a global leader in advanced automotive technologies, providing innovative solutions to drive the future of mobility.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Donna Page
Chief Financial Officer
Gary Bourque
Executive Vice President and COO
Recent News
2025-09-27
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