Dometic is a global market leader in the mobile living industry. Millions of people around the world use Dometic products in outdoor, residential, and professional applications.

Our Marine organization is a trusted provider of innovative solutions for the worldwide boating and boat building industry, and we recently expanded our scope to lead the boating industry into an electrified future. Dometic has won numerous NMMA Innovation Awards over the years and we are always striving for new ways to make boating easier, safer, and more enjoyable.

We are a journey of continuous growth – now looking for our next star – a passionate Process Engineer. This position reports to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager and will work in Sparta, TN.

About the position

As a Process Engineer of the Sparta team, you will be involved in developing and implementing molding and manufacturing process solutions to improve production equipment and operations. As well as supporting continuous improvement through research, design, and optimization of rotational molding processes to enhance product quality, delivery timelines, and cost-efficiency.

Your main responsibilities

Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert on all aspects of the rotational molding process.
Develop and optimize molding parameters to ensure consistent product quality and efficiency.
Collaborate with design, tooling, and production teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
Specify and support the procurement, installation, and maintenance of rotational molding equipment and tooling.
Analyze and troubleshoot process issues and lead root-cause investigations for defects or inefficiencies.
Evaluate and implement new materials, additives, and process technologies.
Create and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, and training materials.
Provide technical training and mentorship to operators and junior engineers.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives for cycle times, scrap rates, and energy usage.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
401 (k) with company match
PTO
Company defined holidays and two floating holidays for you to use as you choose
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Tuition assistance
Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
Employee discounts on our incredible products
Opportunities to make an impact

A suitable background would be a solid experience within manufacturing and engineering as well as the following qualifications and experiences:

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Plastics Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in rotational molding processes, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
Proven track record of process optimization and successful project execution.
Strong understanding of polymer behavior, mold design, heating/cooling cycles, and material flow characteristics.
Experience with process simulation, DOE (Design of Experiments), and statistical process control.
Familiarity with safety, regulatory, and quality standards related to plastics processing.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and project management skills.
Experience with specialized materials (e.g., cross-linked polyethylene, bioplastics).
Knowledge of CAD/CAM tools and 3D printing for prototyping.
Familiarity with automation and controls for rotational molding equipment.

To be successful in this role, we believe that you possess the following skills, competencies & characteristics:

The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, hands-on experience, and a passion for innovation in plastics manufacturing.
Ability to provide molding and manufacturing process solutions in the development of production equipment and processes.
Excellent communication skills – verbal and written
Consistently perform work at a high level and in a safe manner
Strong attentional to detail
Outstanding Time Management and Organizational skills

Dometic's Core Values

To thrive and succeed in this role, you understand the importance of our core values – Together We build our future, We play to win, We embrace change and We walk the talk; these values reflect the heart and soul of Dometic and they define what it takes to work here and how we do things.

Are you our next star? Then we would love to see your application.

Dometic is passionate about building together an inclusive and equitable working environment, that respects individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that diversity enables us to thrive across our differences. Be yourself and join us!

Dometic is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Dometic evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.