Process Engineer
Forvia · Louisville Fcm, KY
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Industry
- Automotive
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Forvia (automotive) in Louisville Fcm, KY. Be responsible for the successful completion of programs from receipt of order through a successful 'Run at Rate.'.
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, FMEA, APQP, Control plans, Minitab
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Process Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $93k–$134k.
Median of the low and high ends of 265 live postings that list pay, out of 745 process engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Kentucky plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 13 other live process postings in Kentucky.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 64%
- ✓ Root cause 50%
- ✓ FMEA 43%
- New product launch 43%
- ✓ SPC 43%
- Automation 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Robotics, Welding, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Forvia in Louisville Fcm
1 other open role at this site.
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responsibilities
The role of a Process Engineer is to manage the process of equipment – existing and purchases, tool design, tool build and tool try out, respecting objectives set in terms of Quality, Cost and Delivery. The main missions of the role are to:
- ◆Be responsible for the successful completion of programs from receipt of order through a successful 'Run at Rate.'
- ◆Develops and creates appropriate processes utilizing tools such as APQP, FMEA, 8D, etc. to achieve program targets and maximize customer satisfaction.
- ◆Responsible for Parameters related to the process.
- ◆Track and report the status of the project, following the ratio of expenses against budget and monitoring quality, cost and delivery performance (i.e. presentations, meetings, customer visits)
- ◆Be in charge of communication with the customer and for providing documentation.
- ◆Keep up to date documentation related to new equipment &tooling.
- ◆Manage Engineer Change Requests (quoting, implementation, etc...)
- ◆Ensure the new tooling equipment conforms with the Group's Health, Safety & Environment standards.
- ◆Validate the tooling & equipment (Run at Rate)
- ◆Contribute to the improvement of tooling standards.
- ◆Train the operators on the safe operation of new tooling &equipment, properly identified, and provide them with tooling & equipment instruction.
- ◆Propose and implement continuous productivity and quality improvement actions concerning subcontracting and tooling department services.
- ◆Commitment to the highest ethical standards and willingness to adhere to Faurecia’s Code of Ethics and Code of Management
- ◆Assist other departments to secure the quality of the product.
- ◆Responsible for Health, Safety and Environmental.
- ◆Other tasks assigned according to the position and company needs.
Your profile and competencies to succeed
Minimum education level
- ✓BS in Engineering or equivalent plus two-(2) years directly related experience.
- ✓Proficient level of English
- ✓Strong analytical and problem solving-skills (required).
- ✓Economics skills (cost tracking)
- ✓Working knowledge of Quality systems and Health, Safety & Environment practices
Experience
- ✓Math, CAD, Mechanical, (Solid Work, AutoCAD, Software experience).
- ✓MIG Welding Skills experiences (Miller and SKS software experience)
- ✓Robotics, PLC Troubleshooting, and Flexibility. (Motoman and Fanuc software).
- ✓Knowledge of Process and Manufacturing Methods. (Minitab Software experience and SPC).
- ✓Good working knowledge Quality Operating Systems FMEA, Control plan and APQP.
- ✓Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. This position requires the incumbent to become familiar with the Manufacturing Processes of the facility, Layout and Time Studies.
- ✓Familiarity with Company Policies and Safety Programs. (Pilz, Sick unit and Keyence software).
- ✓An international mindset.
Requirements
- ✓Exposed to heat in the summer and cold in the winter.
- ✓Job involves lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- ✓Steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, and safety anti-cut sleeves required in production area due to physical hazards from moving equipment, machine parts, and product.
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Forvia, a sustainable mobility technology leader
We pioneer technology for mobility experience that matter to people.
Your mission, roles and
Leadership Competencies
- •Drive for Results
- •Customer Focus
- •Learning on the Fly (Individual Contributor/Team Leader)
- •Problem Solving
- •Collaborates with Others
- •Interpersonal, organizational, and administrative skills
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What we can do for you
- •At Forvia, you will find an engaging and dynamic environment where you can contribute to the development of sustainable mobility leading technologies.
- •We are the seventh-largest global automotive supplier, employing more than 157,000 people in more than 40 countries which makes a lot of opportunity for career development.
- •We welcome energetic and agile people who can thrive in a fast-changing environment. People who share our strong values. Team players with a collaborative mindset and a passion to deliver high standards for our clients. Lifelong learners. High performers. Globally minded people who aspire to work in a transforming industry, where excellence, speed, and quality count.
- •We cultivate a learning environment, dedicating tools and resources to ensure we remain at the forefront of mobility. Our people enjoy an average of more than 22 hours of online and in-person training within FORVIA University (five campuses around the world)
- •We offer a multicultural environment that values diversity and international collaboration. We believe that diversity is a strength. To create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity create real value for the company, we have adopted gender diversity targets and inclusion action plans.
- •Achieving CO2 Net Zero as a pioneer of the automotive industry is a priority: In June 2022, Forvia became the first global automotive group to be certified with the new SBTI Net-Zero Standard (the most ambitious standard of SBTi), aligned with the ambition of the 2015 Paris Agreement of limiting global warming to 1.5°C. Three principles guide our action: use less, use better and use longer, with a focus on recyclability and circular economy.
Why join us
FORVIA, a global automotive technology supplier, comprises the complementary technology and industrial strengths of Faurecia and HELLA.
With over 137 500 people, including more than 12,000 R&D engineers across 40+ countries, FORVIA provides a unique and comprehensive approach to the automotive challenges of today and tomorrow. Composed of 6 business groups and a strong IP portfolio of over 12,400 patents, FORVIA is focused on becoming the preferred innovation and integration partner for OEMs worldwide.
In 2025, the Group achieved a consolidated r