About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Tier-1 Automotive Manufacturing.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

---

Role Overview

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Process Engineer to support high-volume, precision manufacturing operations serving East Tennessee. This is an on-site, hands-on role based in Knoxville, TN. Multiple openings are available. Compensation: $70,000–$75,000 per year.

---

What You’ll Do

• Support daily manufacturing operations involving CNC machines, grinding equipment, and PLC-controlled automation
• Troubleshoot equipment downtime and process variations alongside Production and Maintenance
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, process consistency, and equipment performance
• Partner with Quality to investigate defects, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions
• Assist with new product and production line launches, including budgets, timelines, and manufacturing readiness
• Train operators on processes, equipment operation, and process changes
• Help maintain stable processes capable of meeting tight dimensional tolerances in a high-volume environment

---

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline required (students nearing completion may be considered)
• 0–3 years of relevant experience; recent graduates are encouraged to apply
• Interest in hands-on manufacturing, equipment troubleshooting, and process improvement
• Strong problem-solving, verbal and written communication, and teamwork skills
• Willingness to spend significant time on the production floor working with operators and cross-functional teams

---

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
• Internship, co-op, academic project, or professional experience with manufacturing equipment or processes
• Exposure to CNC machining, grinding, PLC-controlled equipment, or industrial automation
• Familiarity with root cause analysis, Lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience in automotive or precision manufacturing environments is a plus

---

Compensation & Location

• Salary: $70,000–$75,000 per year
• Employment type: Full-time; primarily on-site in Knoxville, TN
• Employer: Confidential Client (via Careertakes)

---

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

If you have questions about how your data is used, please contact us directly.